Pain & Relief

Why do old hurts sometimes come back to haunt us? One of mine came back to me last night. I woke up crying, but also saying a verse I always go to in times of need. My pain, obviously, isn't gone, but I am already feeling better. I don't know if this verse will speak to you, but for me, it always helps.

Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I lift up my soul.
Psalm 143:8 (NIV)