It was a blowy yet sunny Autumn day, the tide was low and I enjoyed the walk almost as much as the conversation itself. To have someone you can confront and discuss your inner quandaries with, is a real blessing. That day we were wondering what makes us hide things, not only from the others, but also from ourselves. Fear, of course. We want to protect ourselves from pain, excessive effort, other people’s unpredictable reactions and judgements. And so, we often choose not to share. To avoid awkwardness and embarrassment.
We shouldn’t. We should embrace it. Celebrate it even.
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