To love without knowing how to love wounds the person we love. ~ Thich Nhat Hanh I remember when I first read the above quote from Thich Nhat Hanh, I was floored. I had this instant recognition that comes when truth is delivered in words that cut right through the psyche and straight into the soul. Not gentle. Not filled with colourful words. Words that are written to wake us up, not make us feel good. Words that maybe we don’t want to hear, but desperately need to hear to stop us from inevitable destruction. I recognized through Thich Nhat Hanh’s words, that for me to
"The hardest part to me is the first step — choosing to do it differently… to move towards healing and growth, and to commit to no longer participating in unhealthy relational dynamics. This is what it truly means to choose love."
The Responsibility of Loving
"The hardest part to me is the first step — choosing to do it differently… to move towards healing and growth, and to commit to no longer participating in unhealthy relational dynamics. This is what it truly means to choose love."
this will stay with me forever
This felt like a very welcome kick-in-the-ass. Thank you!!
All this is possible with our secret weapon...self compassion ❤️🙏
Use this as our flashlight our sword and our pillow...
Love love love this!!
You are awesome 🥰
Amen sir. 🫶🏼
No More 🙏💖
Thanks for this right on share Mark !
Cheers to truth !