“You know, “ I called to my husband in the other room, “If I had
lived even a hundred years ago, I would have probably died because of
childbearing by now.” We were dealing with yet another health issue of
mine related to the wear and tear of pregnancy, childbirth, and nursing.
It is not that I am sick very often and pregnancies are mostly
comfortable for me, but I have had multiple hemorrhages, many
infections, and several miscarriages, which seem to have been caused by a
chronic health problem.
When we signed up for our Natural Family Planning courses and planned
ahead to when we would use it, this kind of stuff was not on our radar.
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Confessions of a Catholic Mom and Philosopher's Wife
I'd really like to speak with you about an article you wrote in 2016 about Acedia. I feel I may be experiencing it. I feel lost. I seem to have lost all hope. I'm scared. This has been going on for almost two years now. I'm really struggling to make sense of all this. I've contemplated suicide in the past. I could really use your help. My email is somethingforpops@gmail.com - I really pray you'll reach out to me.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry you are having trouble. I recommend talking to a priest in person as soon as possible or seek counseling. I think that prayer and receiving the sacraments are the best way to work on overcoming vices such as acedia. Also, working to create habits that help you grow in virtue. I will pray for you for God to give you the grace you need to find joy in your daily life.
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