“It takes both sunshine and rain to make a rainbow.” -Proverb
There are some things in life that just don’t make any sense. There are things we can’t explain or understand, no matter how hard we try.
There are events that seem to have no reason and mistakes that appear to bring no lesson. There’s darkness that can feel completely unbearable and light that can seem far too fleeting to trust. One day’s happiness gives way to tomorrow’s sadness. One day’s loss is tomorrow’s gain.
The only guarantee in life is that everything will transform, whether we’re ready for it or not.
And yet, even with uncertainty, unpredictability, and the inevitability of change, life can be so beautiful. The challenges give the victories a greater sense of meaning. The pain gives us a greater sense of appreciation for the pleasure.
And through it all, there’s the knowledge that no matter what we endure, we can come out the other side stronger, wiser, and better able to make a positive difference in the world.
Today, if there’s a little rain on your horizon—if you’re hurting in your body, mind, or heart—know that it will eventually pass and make way for the light. Then take a deep breath and remember: Every challenge contains within it the possibility of reward.
Man and rainbow image via Shutterstock
About Lori Deschene
Lori Deschene is the founder of Tiny Buddha. She started the site after struggling with depression, bulimia, c-PTSD, and toxic shame so she could recycle her former pain into something useful and inspire others to do the same. You can find her books, including Tiny Buddha’s Gratitude Journal and Tiny Buddha’s Worry Journal, here and learn more about her eCourse, Recreate Your Life Story, if you’re ready to transform your life and become the person you want to be.
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Though I run this site, it is not mine. It's ours. It's not about me. It's about us. Your stories and your wisdom are just as meaningful as mine.
Thank you 🙂
Thank you, I really, really needed to read this today.
Christy and Isabelle ~ You are most welcome. =)
Ah, this wisdom message comes at such an opportune time for me. I’ve been struggling with everything you speak of – uncertainty, unpredictability and the inevitability of change – it’s all happening at once, like I’m covered in an avalanche of emotion and feelings and my dealing with it all has been less than stellar. For those moments when I can breathe deep and bring my focus to the positive aspects of everything going on, I can find the beauty and opportunities that are there for the awakened.
I’d like to put on record how much I enjoy and learn from your blog. Many a time it seems to address exactly the pain that I am going through at the moment and helps me face the challenges that I face each day. Thank You, Lori
latha
Thank you Latha. I love knowing that this site is helpful. =)
Namaste,
Lori
You are always so right on. And right now my life is so full of uncertainty it’s not even funny. I’ve spent the last couple of months fighting and trying to control a losing battle. I finally realized that sometimes you just have to stop trying to figure out why people do the things they do and that they are going to keep doing those things until they realize it themselves its wrong and not by you telling them. So right now I am just going to focus on making myself stronger to be better able to deal with whatever the situation or outcome brings.
Hi Rma,
What a powerful insight! I’ve spent a lot of time trying to change people. Something that has always helped me is to remember that the only person I can change is myself. And sometimes that means literally creating space between myself and the person I want to change. All we can ever do is take care of ourselves and hope that we inspire the people around us to do the same.
Love and light,
Lori
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