Make Way - For Emotion

We are emotional beings and we are living in turbulent times. The inexplicable injustices and violence that we are seeing and hearing about locally, nationally and globally impact us. We cannot change what is happening but we definitely have an emotional response to it. For some, just knowing about it is almost too much to bare yet for others greater exposure, understanding and action is helpful, even preferred. You might choose to immerse yourself in the happenings by reading and watching events unfold, whereas others might choose to not fully engage or anything in-between. One of you might want to have the details confirmed while the other is not in denial but self protecting. Both of you are making a choice based on your emotions, as our actions are a result of what we are thinking and feeling.

We are attracted to our opposites in many ways. This might be one way that you differ. This could be a moment for self reflection, naming and sharing what it is that each of you are feeling. An opportunity to make time to talk about what’s going on for you, to talk about what you need and to consider how you can show your support and get both of your needs met.

In the lovelessness and mess of the world right now, are you willing to come alongside one another to offer the comfort, the understanding and the empathy that your partner might need? Peace be with you.

The best gifts that we can give to one another, for our relationships sake are Time, Talk and Touch.

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