I've learned in our program I can have real thick and thin friends. I didn't know that before. People used to be obstacles or step ladders. I didn't get a upbringing where any of life was explained. I just thought other people thought like me. Very selfish and were untrustworthy.
Today I know this isn't true.
I'm grateful for
People.
Those who are my friends.
Those who are acquaintances
Those I haven't met yet.
I've also been taught by God that there is a secret to people who don't like me or I prefer to deal with.
Most often the people I don't get along with hold a message or lesson I can learn.
I'm not saying hang out with a abuser. But if we work with them or always come across them at activities try listening for the "hidden meaning" in our discomfort. For me I must also rely on God's Grace and intervention in these matters.
But I am truly grateful to know I might actually gain a Gem of truth about myself or life from a person I just can't be a friend with...
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I like the idea of thick or thin friends.
Kristen
There really are people out there when we're healthy enough inside, that will bond with us. We will appreciate them and they us. Just for who we are. For no hidden or alternative reasons. It's truly wonderful. I had to work the actual steps though. Clear the wreckage inside me and from my past actions before I really started to be able to give, share and accept kindness and love without fear or hidden reasons...