Disappointment happens. Sometimes we can see it coming around the corner, and sometimes disappointment is so surprising that it takes your breath away. And when either scenario happens you may find that you need time. And it is okay to need time. It is fine for us to let ourselves intentionally pause so that we may grieve, that we may rest, and eventually reset. That is part of the process of joy.
Living a joyful life isn't about trying to push upset or disappointment away and pretend it hasn't happened. It is quite right and healthy for us to acknowledge where we sit emotionally. Only then can we truly come back much stronger. Trust me when I say that pretending you haven't felt sadness or upset will not pay off. Those emotions usually find a way to the surface. They may resurface as illness, as seemingly unrelated anxiety, or in some other unpleasant fashion.
If you have found that you recently felt disappointment, take as much time as you need. I certainly allowed myself to do so. When you find your way back to the surface, joy will be waiting for you.
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