So rather than fall into the depths of despair (unless you want to of course), why not choose to look at this "disease" as an opportunity to be the best person you can be, despite the adversity.
I have a feeling that many of you do take this approach and I am interested to hear about it, if you want to share.
Mark
For the most part, I believe most here do this. There is an occasional trip to the 'pit' of despair, but most recover in a day or so.
Over my life, I've had several reasons to despair at adversity (don't worry, I won't list all of them) including death of a child, divorce, crime victim. I just refused to have my happiness limited by any of them. When the arthritis came along, again, I refused to let it color my life.
God is good. He has given me peace. I look at these adversities as a learning tools that will allow me to help others going through similar trials. Pithy quote--making lemonade out of lemons.
Thanks for posting this positive thread!
