Let people help you. You do not have to struggle by yourself. You are not alone. There are people who have been where you are, who are on the other side of whatever you are going through, who want to help you overcome whatever challenges you are currently facing. Seek them out. Ask for help. … Continue reading Willing To Be Helped
There will be times in your life when you will feel wronged, slighted, or hurt by others. Sometimes this will be for good reason. Some things are meant to hurt. But if being hurt is as far as you go, if you cling to the injury or insult as if it is the defining feature … Continue reading Painful Growth
Do not forget who was there for you at your most vulnerable. When you are at your lowest, most alone, frightened, and in pain, not everyone will be by your side to support and care for you. In fact, most people will never even know about your suffering. Of the ones who do know, very … Continue reading Companionship In Suffering
Start with understanding. If you want to be seen, heard, and understood by others, start by understanding who they are, what they value, and what motivates them. From this place of understanding, a meaningful connection can be developed. And it is through this connection that you also may be seen, heard, and understood. Understanding and … Continue reading Start With Understanding
Being thoughtful toward others is never wasted effort. Even if our thoughtfulness is not reciprocated and our feelings get hurt, it is still good practice. It is our expectations, not our thoughtfulness, that lets us down. We are made better by being thoughtful toward others regardless of the outcome of that thoughtfulness. Continue reading Thoughtfulness Is Good Practice
