I'm tired of being depressed

[duriyah]

So, things didn't go as we had hoped. I've been in a crappy mood all day, and it only got worse after I heard Kerry conceded. I was actually hopeful that Kerry would win.

The initial kick in the gut has worn off. Now I will do as I have been doing: continue trying to awaken, become more involved, be as kind a person as I can, face my personal fears and challenges, grow.

I am not verbose right now. So I offer this:

Live in Joy

Live in Joy,
In love,
Even among those who hate.

Live in joy,
In health,
Even among the afflicted.

Live in joy,
In peace,
Even among the troubled.

Look within.
Be still.
Free from fear and attachment,
Know the sweet joy of living in the way.

~~from the Dhammapada