Denial is a critical part of the human coping mechanism. Without it, we would all wake up terrified every morning about all the ways we could die. Instead, our minds block out our existential fears by focusing on stresses we can handle—like getting to work on time or paying our taxes.
God's will is your deepest desires.
Perception is transformed, and a new reality is born.
It's the age-old battle between mind and heart, which seldom want the same thing.
Each of us is now electronically connected to the globe, and yet we feel utterly alone.
If a hippo ever wants to fight, just walk away.