Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Today I want to talk about connection

Feeling like you're not alone is the single most important aspect of being human. Knowing that you're connected and that someone understands you – is about as close to heaven we can get here on earth.

I could talk for days about connection and vulnerability (and trust me, you're going to hear a lot more about these two topics) but right now I just want to remind you guy's, and myself, that it's always worth it.

It's not easy opening up to others for fear of rejection, judgment, anger, or hostility. It can actually cripple you with fear if you let it. But on the occasion that you find someone safe enough to talk to and they not only hear you - they understand and relate to you as well - it doesn't get any better than that.

It's at those moments of connection: when someone opens up to me and trusts me is when I feel full of purpose, grace, and love.

If I can be an ear to someone and provide relief by just listening, I'll do it in a heartbeat. I would do that for anyone, anytime, without gaining anything in return. Because that's the only reason I can find for why we're put on this earth. To take care of one another.

But the amazing thing is that I often DO get something in return. I get relationships, friendships, understanding. I get the chance to connect.

And like I said, that's kind of what this whole things about.

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