A friend just left who looked at me and said, "I feel sometimes like I am not
really needed." This person is witty, bright, and fun ... a people magnet. Sharp beyond belief in his field, he is looked to for wisdom and resource. So I was surprised. Shocked, actually, by the sentiment; it took a moment! Then, I came out with: "I would be totally sad if I thought you weren't in my life anymore." He knows this intellectually; so I had to tell him again. He did, I think, 'get it'. After he left, I wondered why I don't tell people this stuff more often. Schmaltzy, corny, sentimental ... is cool! Interesting how, when your partner or friend is listening to you, that when they are bodily touching you (hand on yours, or around your shoulder) more comes out than you'd planned on. Such a small gesture; and such BIG results.
As I was saying ... I've been missing the inclusive support I get when I am in a group of women. The laughter, even in the face of challenges.
So, in the spring (March 25th), I have 3 other interested women who will come for a bi- or monthly group here. It takes a while for the members to get to know each other, but after a couple of months I would bet we will feel the extra support we need for 'living Large'. I look forward to it. |
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