We often confuse love with our idea of love. We project old hurts, expectations, and unmet needs onto those closest to us. Look beyond the behavior, recognize the person, but don’t abandon yourself in the process. There’s more to love than we think.
Tag: boundaries
Less filters, more substance. Authentic communication leaves little room for passive aggression, emotional scorekeeping, and defensive posturing. Be real. Say what you mean. Listen openly. Be you, freely.
We spend our days making time for things that rarely deserve it, while putting off the experiences, relationships, and aspirations that give life meaning. Eventually, we may discover that the time we thought we were saving was the very thing we were giving away.