Once in awhile an invitation for a "Pity Party" shows up at our door and we let it in. (we must all be too kind to turn it away) I don't think we even realize that we accepted the invitation until we are in the middle of the party. I have learned that if you have the party by yourself it lasts longer and grows into even more pity. (not very fun at all) So my advice is to invite a friend or two that you trust to your party. You will know which friends you can invite.....Share with them some of the pity you are feeling and amazingly you will feel better and with their help you can wrap the party up and call it a good learning experience. As much as I enjoy Parties...I really don't enjoy my Pity Parties.....so limit them.....also be grateful for them. It is because of the Pity Party we learn more about ourselves and grow closer to our Savior. He is one that should be invited to the Party....He's the best at wrapping them up...and the fastest!
From my last "pity party" I learned that I am the happiest while serving others. When I am busy thinking of others I am not thinking of myself. Sometimes when we think too much about ourselves we think of the things we are missing or the negatives things. STOP THAT! (I just said that to myself) So....I am glad I had my "pity party" and I am thankful for the friends that listened to me and encouraged me and loved me unconditionally while it was happening.....especially Christ!
