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Henri Nouwen on “Suffering”

“He encourages you to recognize and embrace your unique suffering and to trust that your way to salvation lies therein.”

“In our solution-oriented society it is more important than ever to realize that wanting to alleviate pain without sharing it is like wanting to save a child from a burning house without the risk of being hurt.”

“Healing means, first of all, the creation of an empty but friendly space where those who suffer can tell their story to someone who can listen with real attention.”

“You might find that your loneliness is linked to your call to live completely for God. Thus your loneliness may be revealed to you as the other side of your unique gift.”

“Stay home, and trust that your life will be fruitful even when hidden.”