Calling On Friends | When we are going through a difficult time, we may hesitate to call even our best friends because we don't want to burden them with our troubles. This can be especially true if we've been going through a series of challenges, and we're starting to feel as if we sound like a broken record. It is important to remember that at times like these our friends sincerely want to be there for us whenever they can. We can always check with them to make sure it's a good time for them before we start talking, and if it's not a good time, we can call back at another time, or call another friend.  We know for ourselves that when we have a good friend, we don't want them to suffer alone when we are just a phone call away. We want them to call us and share their sorrows with us, as well as their joys, because this is what sharing a life through friendship is about. It is at our lowest points that we really need to rely on our friends without worrying that we are a burden. If you are feeling self-conscious about having a tough time, you can bring this fact into the conversation by acknowledging it. Chances are your friend will reassure you that she is happy to be there for you. In fact, rather than feeling taxed, most of us feel better when we have helped a friend simply by listening empathically while they share their feelings. Without our friends, we would be hard pressed to get through the tough times and celebrate the good ones. If we leave our friends out of our process when the going gets tough, our friendships can begin to feel shallow. On the other hand, when we include our friends in the full story of our life -- the good, the bad, and the ugly -- we build authentic relationships in which we can be who we truly are. When we do this, we invite our friends to bring their whole selves to the relationship as well. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Lisa J. Smith Do you sometimes feel that you make the same poor choices again and again? Have you ever felt like you have no control over your life? It could be because your inner child is in the driver's seat, which similar to any actual child, should not be driving a car, let alone your life. In this course, you will learn how your inner child may be sabotaging you and develop skills that will bridge your adult with your inner child. In building this connection, you will start to become more balanced and bring out the best in both. By the end of this course, you will start to live a life filled with joy, laughter, fun, success, and healthy relationships. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. Reiki Healing for Beginners 2. The 9 Minute Science-Based Workout 3. The 2 Week Fascia Miracle 4. You Are What You Think 5. 21 Day Plant-Based Plan for a Lighter, Happier YOU! 6. Go Sleeveless in 14 Days 7. Shakti Warrior Dance for Healing 8. Protect Yourself from Control Dramas 9. No Sit-Up Abs Workout 10. 5 Week Kundalini Yoga for Chakras
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