Pains are messengers. Do not turn away, foolish ones! RUMI

We all turn away from pain. We are taught to; we have taught ourself to. But if we turn away from pain, turn away from being crushed, instead of welcoming painful circumstances, how will we make wine? Pains are messengers that we need to change, become more humble, perhaps, more compassionate, more introspective or loving. We do not learn without pain.