Occasionally, I’m bad about minimizing other people’s pain. Sometimes I feel that if you’ve got a roof over your head, food in your belly, and are able to read… you’re already a thousand miles ahead of the gross majority of the world.

But, some folks feel other pain more deeply, and when I remember to, I reflect on that, and feel for them, as well. Some folk ache in the heart or the mind over things that seem very real to them, so as far as that goes, is real.

Broken hearts hurt, as do any broken oath. Broken people can hurt others with their sharp edges, too. I feel for those that suffer from breakage, and fear for those I love being hurt too. The trouble being that I think all people are broken, in some way. Everyone I know particularly well is, anyway. Including myself.

So, what’s the solution?

I try to keep my jagged side from hurting people, and likewise, try to help those I care about do the same.

I don’t mind getting some nicks and cuts along the way, if it means those I care about can be made happier, and maybe even have those broken parts coated so that they don’t hurt themselves.

I know I can do little spot-welding here and there, but can’t really fix other people. I can only help. I think that I’ve gotten a lot of my own issues worked out, drawing strength and guidance from important people in my life, too.

I don’t know where I’m going with this. Just stating what’s on my mind.

Maybe broken isn’t the right term? If we all work that way, maybe it’s more of a design flaw.

What bit of myself that needed changing has been repaired lately due to another’s help? I think compassion is it. I’m far more merciful a person than I was when I first started this journal. I’m more for easing off on punishment now, even when justice demands it. I’ve been good at consideration, but not so great at compassion.

What needs the most work right now? Heck, I don’t know…maybe developing a better focus. Better to cloud some vision and crystallize others. Perhaps a broken body currently needs more tending to than a broken mind. Maybe writing more again.