One of the things that I am learning is that pain shared is pain lessened. We are relational creatures (created in God's image - the ultimate relational being) and function best when connected to others. For me this has been a hard thing as I am, by nature, reclusive. I envy my wife her ability to dive into someone's life and connect deeply. Opening up for me is a struggle. I find it easy to listen and comfort others who are hurting but have a very difficult time reaching out when the pain is my own.
As E and I work on our marriage, I recognize that this is an area that needs improvement. I cherish my friends and will continue to work at being more open and transparent.
blessing on your day
3 comments:
I appreciate your willingness to acknowledge this as being an area that needs to be worked on. I also respect you for making it a priority for our marriage. Love you
E
Hey Daddy-o,
Glad to see your honesty and openness. I have definitely seen an improvement in our relationship so I am sure those closer to you in proximity are experiencing it too.
Are you and E going through that book still? How is it going?
Yes we are. We are about 2/3 through it. Most excellent book. We read it aloud to each other and will discuss it on occasion. It is definitely a book for improving relationships as well as one that must be processed slowly and thoroughly.
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