“Some people think they are in community, but they are only in proximity. True community requires commitment and openness. It’s a willingness to extend yourself to encounter another” - David Spangler.
When I was looking for a quote about community, this one resonated with me so much, because it reminded me of me. For years I thought I had heaps of friends, all the friends, and I was part of lots of groups of people. But when I experienced hard times, I realised who my real friends were…
But what I also realised is that I had never extended myself or really opened myself up to other people. I wore masks so I would ‘fit in’ for so many years, I avoided deep conversations because I didn’t want or know how to be vulnerable because my previous experiences led me to believe that being vulnerable = getting hurt!
In today’s episode I’m sharing with you the value of community, why we fear it and how that prevents us from opening ourselves up, and then I’ll share with you soe examples of how community can change your life.
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