Pain Is There for a Reason

That's what Meredith (and all the other characters) told us tonight. But is that true?

My little brother who had leg surgery this week has been in pain for days. But the break has been fixed. Why is the pain still necessary?

And when we fail at something in love or life, it often takes us weeks, months, or even years to heal. The pain stings us, and eventually, it dulls. But when it takes so long, does it make us a better person? Does it protect us from getting hurt or from making the same mistake over again?

No. Despite multiple bloody knees and scraped ankles, I kept getting on my bike. And despite failing in love and life, and despite not knowing exactly why things hurt, I'm sure I'll get back on the seat again. I mean, I've already figured out what I'm doing with the rest of my life...what's a little pain to go along with the plan?