As I become acquainted with more of my
fellow human beings, I made aware of the wide variety of mental and
physical challenges those among us face in their day-to-day affairs. Once I understand this, my perspective is broadened and I arrive at a better tolerance of my own troubles. Being able to embrace my own difficulties, and to transcend
them, has been the greatest boon to my spiritual growth. Much like alcoholism or drug addiction, these
challenges have been a great source of strength, compelling me to diligence on
the spiritual path. Or simply, as one AA puts it, “If I weren’t such a
fuck-up, what would I need God for?” Or, better yet, to quote the Firesign Theater, "We are all Bozo's on this bus!" And to pretend otherwise is not a folly exclusive to politicians and preachers.
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