the exceptional responders among us insist that the closure might not necessarily be such a bad thing. “This is just the beginning,” they tell us. And, “It’s an opportunity to stop shuffling around in our flip-flops and finally go up there and start living life ‘for real.’ ” No more quick dips into the water whenever the going gets tough. We’ll fall in love with our spouses again (the stranger you married). Push past our comfort zones. Volunteer at the homeless shelter. Ask for a raise. Write a “gratitude” letter (Thanks, Mom!). Improve our balance. Our posture. Our attitude toward life
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