Love promotes intimacy.
There is intimacy at some level in all relationships, not just marriage. Of course there are different degrees of intimacy depending on the relationship. To me its really about being a true friend and being there for the other person, but also allowing them to be there for me.
For me, intimacy means being open and vulnerable, letting people in, behind my walls, and for those who know me, that has not always been an easy thing for me to do.
But I know to have a truly amazing relationship I not only have to be open & honest and vulnerable, I have to create the space for them to do the same thing. It’s about accepting and not judging. It’s about supporting and not expecting anything in return.
When I am open & honest it is risky because that person now has information about me they could potentially use to hurt me. But I realize today if nothing is risked the gain is minimal. If I choose to play it safe and keep my walls up I will never experience the joys God has in store for me.
So by being more vulnerable & open in my relationships I know I am opening the door to allow amazing relationships come into my life.
Until next time…
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