This too will pass

A woman holding her head in her hands
This too shall pass—unknown

Sometimes life is hard. And sometimes, life is really hard. When it feels like things are never going to get easier, then you can say: "This too shall pass." Do you remember the last problem you had? Did it (the problem) eventually get easier? Just like it did then, this one will, too.

Two things can be really helpful during difficult times: routine and deep breathing. Taking English lessons a few times a week is a great thing to add to your routine! We teachers at The English Farm are here to help you keep moving forward with your goals. And when you need more than an inspirational quote and a lesson to get you by, don't forget deep breathing. In fact, why don't you try it right now? Take 3 deep breaths, breathing all the way down into your belly. Feel better yet?

Language point

Sometimes, when we're waiting for difficult times to pass, it can be helpful to keep ourselves entertained:

 

About halfway through the song, you'll hear these words:

When the morning comes,
Let it go, this too shall pass.

Each new day is a chance to start over and let go of the things that were difficult from the day before. Even if today is difficult, we can find comfort in the thought that perhaps tomorrow will be better.