A few years ago, I tweaked something in my back. I felt the discomfort for about a week.

Eventually, the pain began to lessen. Then it became barely noticeable. And finally, nothing. I felt free. Liberated.

It prompted me to consider what we’re capable of doing when pain subsides. Physical pain. Emotional pain. Creative pain.

And how pain and discomfort are part of the natural way of things. A gift when absent, perhaps a lesson when present.

As we’re set free — through whatever means of healing — we come alive again. Ready for what’s next. Ready for what’s now. Richer for the experience.