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And thank you too muffy. I think most of us who have felt deep anguish would not want another human being to have to feel it. lol. It is of course, unjust, that in spite of feeling that way, we can't protect others either although we may try, especially with our children and loved ones.

Here's another wonderful article by Pema Chodron for those who are so inclined: Turning Toward Pain