The desire for others to believe and trust that you are truly truly trying so hard is very relatable. As is this constant comparison that leads to “this could be worse.” There are no (or should not be) any Pain Olympics -- there’s no medal on that podium. However, the saying as you’re relating to it is clearly a form of gratitude despite the suffering. I don’t think gratitude is ever a bad thing; it is hope filled.
The desire for others to believe and trust that you are truly truly trying so hard is very relatable. As is this constant comparison that leads to “this could be worse.” There are no (or should not be) any Pain Olympics -- there’s no medal on that podium. However, the saying as you’re relating to it is clearly a form of gratitude despite the suffering. I don’t think gratitude is ever a bad thing; it is hope filled.
Thank you—yes, I think it’s a form of hope. Despair is something I truly fear. I would like to fend it off in any way possible.