Sadness is an Anchor

Sadness is everywhere. It compliments the joy. It surprises the wonder in the world. It calls out to let you know that this is real. It grounds us all to this world, so that we don't get lost flying in the clouds we imagine all around us. Sadness is necessary.

Like salt enhances the sweet in baking, sadness makes our happiness that much more important. Our happiness is like a ship wandering the sea on an adventures everyday. Sadness is the anchor that keeps you from being swept away in the night.

It makes us realize what's important. So embrace sadness like a friend guiding you on your way. Embrace the emotional. Hold on to it tightly so you can be free to explore what really makes you happy.

Know that sadness will be there, but only to enhance all the joy. The joy of friendships. The wonder of exploring a new place. The excitement of experiencing a new adcenture. The warmth of a loving embrace. The comfort of family.

All sadness to let you know that these things are not just a dream, they are a reality. Greet sadness like a friend and allow yourself to be happy. Be happy because while we may grounded in sadness, you deserve to be happy.

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