<p><i>Rev. Leonard Robinson is a World War II veteran, who participated in the Bataan Death March and was a POW in a Japanese camp for 41 months, with 24 of that as a slave laborer. Leonard's POW number was 331, pictured above. Upon his return home, he participated in research done by a University of Maryland professor, focusing on people who didn't have recurring nightmares and other repercussions following a tragic incident. One Holocaust and 40 war survivors took part. During his time as a prisoner, Leonard said he repeated the 23rd Psalm and tells returning veterans to recite it as well to help them cope. He has shared his story many times, including at Boys State each summer. Rev. Robinson has served as a chaplain for law enforcement agencies and presently for the Natrona County United Veterans' Council.</i>
"Life is filled with many joys and disappointments. Each of us faces these every day of our life. Our outlook on life will be molded by how we handle the events of our life. Sometimes we may go through a very stressful crisis, usually due to an accident or injury. The attitude we have at such a time will determine our well-being. There are three areas that can assist us in overcoming a tragic event in our life:
1. Faith in God.
2. Tell what happened to you in general terms. You do not need to go into the gory details. If you don't talk about it, it will tear you up inside.
3. Do not hold a grudge. It will not hurt the other person, only you."
Posted in Words_of_wisdom on Thursday, August 20, 2009 12:00 am Updated: 8:10 am. | Tags: Rev, Leonard, Robinson, Words, Wisdom, November, 5, 2008
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