When you have painful complications in your life, pivot away. 

Find joyful distractions.  This doesn't mean that you will be denying situations that need your attention, or need to be addressed.  This has nothing to do with denial.  This has to do with not dwelling on your pain. 

Don't dwell on that which doesn't make you happy and has no potential for happiness.  Do not close yourself off to the joys you can experience in your life.  Shift your focus and allow yourself the opportunity to see what life has to offer.  Follow those dreams -- those passions. 

Grow from your pain and move forward...