Put Yourself in their shoes . .

During my 13 years in the church I have known people who, for one reason or another, could not take the sacrament for a period of time. I have often wondered why this is done. If you are struggling with something how could NOT taking the sacrament help you? I decided all on my own to NOT take the sacrament, repent of any sins I committed during the week and see what happens. DON'T DO THIS. I had a terrible week. It was harder to stay happy and upbeat. It was harder to see the positive in people, instead I dwelt on the negative. It was harder to make the time to read my scriptures and say my prayers. Let's face it, the Sacrament is a very important part of our lives. I am having an even harder time now trying to figure out why they tell people NOT to take the sacrament when this time in their lives should be the time they need it the most. I am grateful I have not done anything to cause me to not be able to take the sacrament and I will not try to put myself into others shoes in this way again. Maybe someone can explain how this is suppose to help those who are struggling already???