Thank you everyone for the kind wishes. I had the great pleasure of attending a wedding of some family friends. While these events can certainly be a nisayon, I was able to focus on the wonderful relationship that I have with the Baalei Simcha. I was reminded of the value that I have to them and how much they appreciated my joining in the simcha.
Often, when we struggle, it is because we feel disappointed, upset, frustrated (these are some triggers for me). These feelings cause us to question our self-worth and disconnect from people. When we turn to the escape that is sexual articles, masturbation, porn, and the like, we only disconnect further and feel an even greater void. When next faced with disappointment, frustration, and the like, let’s remember those who really value us. Maybe it’s a friend, a family member, or even the janitor who smiles at you after you greet him with a warm Good Morning. We all have such incredible value. Let’s remind ourselves of its glow and recognize its light.
