Laurel Snyder on the importance, and reality, of sadness…
In the happiest life, there is sadness. Babies cry because they’re cold or hungry, because they have been—however momentarily—abandoned. Toddlers cry because they can’t find the words to express their emotions, or because they want a muffin NOW. First graders cry because they get picked last for kickball, or because their best friend doesn’t like them anymore. It’s heartbreaking to watch our kids experience these emotions, but learning to navigate and manage them is part of growing up.
Wholeheartedly agree.
Love,
The happiest sad guy I know