I was driving home on a dark, cloudy day and Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen cued up in my song list. How depressing. Together with the clouds, I had this sense of sadness, which actually only lasted until the end of the song, thank goodness.
Words (and music) can be so powerful.
I
decided to look up the meaning of the song and I read everything from
the desire to let it vaguely stand so that everyone could personalize
their own interpretation, to a self-revealing expression of Freddie
Mercury's struggles with his sexuality.
To
me, his personal struggle makes a lot of sense, as it suggests that he
is killing his old self and realizes how painful it is going to be for
his mom. That he has, indeed, "gone and thrown it all away."
Many
of us really have no idea the personal struggles people carry within
them. And, if we do, all too often we have no idea how to help.
I
know this may be an oversimplification, but, if you have no idea how to
help someone in pain, the one thing you can do is make sure that they
are seen and heard. As you walk with them in love, hold your personal
objections in abeyance, and, free from judgment, offer them what you are
able.
We
may not be able to solve everyone's problems, but we certainly can take
the time to offer compassion and listen to them. Sometimes, just
knowing you have someone in your corner can go along way.
Carry peace and love into the world today. You never know who may need them.
Janet Cassidy
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