There is something sacred in being truly seen by another human soul. Having someone seemingly outside of you see your whole as so much more than the sum of your parts, and actually accept you, as you are, as whole and complete, without judgement or an attempt to change you, is the most incredible gift anyone has ever given me. I hope that I have done the same for others, whether through counselling or romantic relationships, friendships, family, or people I've met seemingly randomly. We all have an opportunity to extend peace and acceptance to someone else, and in doing so, we will be able to receive more peace and acceptance for ourselves. P.s. I miss Sri Lanka, where I learned the most how to share my soul with others...and sit in the peacefulness of being seen