This morning when it came on the radio, I wasn’t exactly ready to hear “I Guess I Just Feel Like” by John Mayer. And yet, it was the perfect song at the perfect time. Every once in a while I go beyond allowing myself to feel hurt. I get down in those feelings like a dog rolling in the dirt. Probably not the best thing to do, or anything that’s going to help me grow, but listening to this song was a pleasure, letting feelings bubble up instead of just suppressing everything. Here’s the song…
I know it’s OK to embrace hurt. Sometimes as a Christian I think I’m supposed to always be happy or joyful, never letting negative circumstances shape me. Not admitting that sometimes things can just stink and it’s OK to be frustrated. Listen to those sad songs, scream if I have to, and let out a few very meaningful exhales.
Today I just felt like it was going to be one of those days. Even December with its lights and holiday cheer can have moments where we’re in a valley, huh?
-Out of the Wilderness
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