Everyone has struggles, but wishes they did not. This of course is not reality, but many still try to avoid them. They soon discover, however, that the very issues they try to avoid only increase, creating obstacles. Some try to get around the obstacles, only to encounter new ones. There is no way around obstacles, so it is back to square one.
In seeking solutions for health issues, we usually seek the services of medical personnel. Generally, we learn best from those who had similar experiences, and have learned to handle, though not necessarily overcame them.
There are no easy answers, nor solutions to issues we face, but we tend to listen to those who have firsthand experience. It does not mean that the answers are easier, but such individuals have more credibility. Ohers can learn from them, that they can handle the issues they are facing.
Author Frances Wilson's book Necessary Breaking Points: Staying connected with God during crises provides a selection of rich resources. They include different scenarios, educational elements, vulnerability, and her personal discoveries. It is truly a journey of many discoveries. This author also shares her poetry. Personally, I found that there were some one liners that made me stop and think. In my opinion, this book would serve as a great resource for small group discussion.