Connection

I am blessed to have deep conversations and connection with most people I meet and spend some time with. I don’t know if it’s an occupational hazard, or I ended up in this work because I have a natural tendency to connect with people. Either way, I am so grateful to be able to get to know people on a deeper level, and to feel seen and heard by them in return.

As I return to Portugal this week for some more time, my intention is to build my community. I have lived for many years in a pretty isolated way, and love being surrounded by nature and being in my own company. I am also very ready for more in person connection, impromptu beach walks, coffees and apertivi watching the sunset with people who appreciate and want to spend time with me.

We sometimes think these things to be frivolous, or distracting from our goals of success or growth, but I think they can be used for our greatest growth if we choose.

Our friendships and connections are wonderful mirrors to all our unhealed beliefs and can accelerate our growth if we choose to see and take responsibility for what comes up. They also inspire us. Surround yourself with people whose values and integrity inspire you to be the best version of yourself, with people who love and accept you for who you are, whilst holding you accountable for your actions and aspirations, and you will continue to remember who you really are: one who loves themselves unconditionally, whilst taking full responsibility for themselves and their choices. It’s a lot easier to achieve your dreams when you are willing to practice giving and receiving love and support in the process.

Photo of me engrossed in a group effort crossword at a very messy post lunch table: @da1sybrown (human connection wins over instagrammable photos every time)