To be happy about. If I stop forcing myself to find good in everything, if too much grief and loss have taken over, or if you are just too tired then there is nothing to  work with.

I had a full day yesterday and today I am just too tired.  I started to think, what is actually wrong with doing nothing, or finding nothing to celebrate? Maybe we need to set ourselves free from the obligation to manufacture happiness. Maybe it’s all right to sit with nothing, to give in to sadness. The crucial thing is to not fear sadness, or emptiness. I see it in myself, scrolling reels or turning on the TV to avoid thinking about anything stressful. But can we be brave and face whatever darkness or emptiness might be in front of us?

I’m reminded of the story of creation: God made everything out of nothing. He spoke into silence. But at other times He tells us to be still. So don’t be put off by nothingness: something can come out of it. Something amazing.

There will be times when you feel like you don’t have anything to offer. Sometimes, just being who you are can be enough. Don’t forget that you are loved no matter what you have achieved, no matter if you feel that you have nothing to offer.

Sometimes, the essence of you says everything. Nothing else is needed. And then, when you’re feeling ready, you can do whatever you can manage. Out of nothing, a thousand somethings can happen. Just you wait and see. 🥰