05/21/2026
I see many people using spirituality to run away from life — mainly as a way to avoid pain and suffering. The popular wisdom of “remove negative people from your life” is, in many cases, nonsense. We mirror to the world what we carry within. If someone is surrounded by negativity, they should first look inward and ask: what am I reflecting?
Most of the time, there are no clear answers as to why we go through tough times. We come into this life not only to enjoy it, but to grow internally and become the best versions of ourselves. As the Kabbalists say, suffering removes the hard shell built around our souls — much like a stone concealing the diamond within. The more you work the stone, the closer you get to the diamond.
We are all diamonds. And to bring that diamond to light, suffering plays its part.
I am not suggesting we should seek suffering, nor do we have to endure any kind of abuse. What I am saying is that suffering is part of life — and it is wiser to concentrate on inner work than to eliminate everyone around you simply because they seem negative. Unless you transform yourself, you will continue attracting the same kinds of people.
So embrace life. If you are unhappy with your current situation, acknowledge it, accept it, and work on yourself. Trust in the Universe — in God — to guide you. As you transform within, you will witness transformation in your life.
