Is it fair to share our suffering with others?

Emily Lucas  |  Features
Date posted:  16 Sep 2024
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Is it fair to share our suffering with others?

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How often do we hear these words spoken by those in pain, suffering and anguish?

'I’m sorry, it’s unfair to burden you with this…'

How often have we ourselves spoken words like this as we pour out the frustration, anger, grief and anxiety of our hearts to others?

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