From Mass

In today's readings at Mass, the following excerpt was one part that especially caught my attention:

"The people who walked in darkness
have seen a great light;
upon those who dwelt in the land of gloom
a light has shone."

For me, this spoke to me of how, even when things are sad and hard, I need to try to keep a strong focus on trying to do good, to be helpful and to be a servant to others.  I believe very sincerely, that by trying to turn my focus from my own selfish ideas, and working hard to do good things, and try to help others as best as I can and lead a life of service.... this is the real way to attain the mental/emotional state of happiness in life. To be otherwise, I believe, allows us to feel isolated and alone.

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