It is not the work of love to change people,
or force their growth in our direction.
The work of love depends on giving others
a sense of safety in the world, nurturing their
confidence to lean into life and the unknown...
or force their growth in our direction.
The work of love depends on giving others
a sense of safety in the world, nurturing their
confidence to lean into life and the unknown...
But how do we listen and be with those who
have fallen through the ice?
Stay close and keep them warm, resisting the
urge to prematurely solve the situation. If
nothing can be done, sit with them and
withstand the urge to abandon those who
seem stuck. Offer your tent and stay till
the way out presents itself, not forcing a rescue.
have fallen through the ice?
Stay close and keep them warm, resisting the
urge to prematurely solve the situation. If
nothing can be done, sit with them and
withstand the urge to abandon those who
seem stuck. Offer your tent and stay till
the way out presents itself, not forcing a rescue.
Mark Nepo
Seven Thousand Ways to Listen
Seven Thousand Ways to Listen
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Photo - Mystic Meandering
The work of love is a sweet spot that can have its bitter side. Maybe it's about letting go without abandoning sometimes. Wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year, Mystic!
ReplyDeleteYes, I agree with you.... I am learning to emotionally untangle, while still being present and kind and do what needs to be done... :) Wishing you a warm and joyful New Year :)
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