The Benefit from a Life Crisis

One benefit from a life crisis is greater self-awareness. The situation is overwhelming, and we are forced to stop all of our diversionary games, take a good look at our life situation, and re-evaluate our beliefs, goals, values, and life direction. It is an opportunity to re-evaluate and let go of guilt. It is also an opportunity for a total shift in attitude. Life crises, as we pass through them, confront us with polar opposites. Shall we hate or forgive that person? Shall we learn from this experience and grow, or resent it and become bitter? Do we choose to overlook that other person’s shortcomings and our own, or instead do we resent and mentally attack them? Shall we withdraw from a similar situation in the future with greater fear, or shall we transcend this crisis and master it once and for all? Do we choose hope or discouragement? Can we use the experience as an opportunity to learn how to share, or shall we withdraw into a shell of fear and bitterness? Every emotional experience is an opportunity to go up or down. Which do we choose? That is the confrontation.

From Letting Go, ch. 3, pg. 44 – 45

6 thoughts on “The Benefit from a Life Crisis”

  1. Thank you for posting “The benefit from a Life Crisis” It fits our times.

  2. This is the perfect inspiration for these times. We need to remember that chaos can present many deep letting-go opportunities for those who are spiritually inclined. Thank you Susan!

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