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Sharing- One of our biggest desire
From the day a child can talk, they like to share their thoughts, their joys and sorrows. As we grow older we all want people who are open to listening to us.
We all want to share our views, our worries, and our hopes. If those we love spare us time, we gladly do so with them. But if they are too busy, we turn to others, for if not loved ones or friends, even strangers would do. Sharing is such a natural instinct that we do it regardless of our level of familiarity with our listeners. That’s why conversations with strangers become so meaningful and important at times. The fact that we may never meet these people gives our sharing a whole new level of comfort.
So if you have older people in your family, or in your circle of friends, do try to give them your time and attention. They have a lot of stories, anecdotes, and life experiences to share. Sit with them for a while even if they with tell you stories you’ve heard many times before. I promise, you’ll rise up from that meeting a wiser and kinder person.
Do you like to share your thoughts and worries with family and friends?
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old people are cool 😎😎
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Very true Jim
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I went to my very first writers group this week and it was so nice. They were very approachable and listened.
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Must be a lovely opportunity.
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You are absolutely right our elders have wisdom to share…worth the effort to take time to speak with them. Great sharing Sadje.
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Many thanks dear Suzette
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A pleasure.
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I absolutely agree with you Sadje. Sharing joy or concerns with loved ones and friends feels good.
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Thanks Radhika! It gives meaning to our lives.
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No, I am not much of a sharer. I like to keep my thoughts and views to myself because I have realized that people (so-called family) are just there to use it against me. So, I stay shut. Great post, though.
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You have to find a sincere person to share your thoughts with. Thanks Swati
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Trust is an issue with me Sadje.
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I hope with time it’s resolved. Sending you warm hugs
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Although I tend to keep details to myself, I do share to some extent. We learn lots from others (info and customs). Your friend’s comment made me laugh. Yes, old people can be C😎😎L ~ old in years while young at heart. Great post my friend. 🌼🌼
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Thank you so much June.
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Such a great post on sharing. I loved how you suggested spending time with the elderly. They have so much to share and so less people around who would hear with interest.
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Thanks a lot my friend. This is something we all need to work on.
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I miss time spent with my family who have died. I loved talking with my dad, mum, sister.
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Same here Diana.
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This reminds me of the Carvana commercial where the lady shares about her experience with Everything; even those that don’t care. Lol
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I think in real life, people want to share but don’t find willing listeners.
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Sharing is undoubtedly caring, even though it sounds clichéd! Totally agree, Sadje.
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It’s the truth. And that’s why it’s repeated so often as to become a cliché
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Absolutely correct. 👍🏼
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Thank you so much my friend
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You are welcome.
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😍🤩🙏🏼
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Yes, such important words about listening! I love hearing stories from my parents about their childhood. So much we can learn from listening to stories. ❤
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Very true Joy. Giving time to each other makes us better humans
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Truly does! ❤
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Oh this is GOOD, Sadje! You and I have spoken about grocery shopping–well, that is where I seem most comfortable…I talk with any stranger who seems amenable 🙂 Today was such a day–including the woman in the deli department whom I always chat with. I told her it was a special treat to see her today, and she came out from the counter and said we needed a hug…only then did she tell me of the difficult time she was having, a family issue. I was so honored to hold her close and tell her God loves her, and I love her. She said I had made her day–a mutual blessing ❤ These little moments, rich connections, are what we should all be about…if we want the world to become kinder, more generous. And as you already know, I can jabber on and on in Comment boxes 🙂 Blessings to you!!
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How beautiful Zelda. Yes, we may not know but sometimes it’s our mission to brighten up someone’s day. Thanks for sharing
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My pleasure ❤
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When we take the time to really listen, there is so much to learn from that those around us, and those we meet. A wise write, Sadje.
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Thank you so much Jeff. Very true.
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Wonderful💕
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Thanks Laiba
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Welcome💕
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Reblogged this on The Reluctant Poet.
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Soo agree with you dear Sadje !!! I’m blessed that way , my children live with their grandparents … many things are imbibed in them effortlessly 😊
And we children too , we must make some time to hear them out .. missed it in our busy schedules past few months .. this post sort of triggered my Mind .. thanks Sadje
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Thanks a lot Happy. Grandparents are a blessing indeed. The same happened with my own kids as my father in law lived with us a long time
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You reminded me of a time when I finally thought it was good to ask my MIL (she should rest) about a box of photos. But for her the time had come and gone. The photos made her sad of times that were and could never be again. I would not make her sad again so I didn’t ask about them again. Now a that box sits at another relative’s home… and we will lose who who was in those photos forever, because many of us are caught up in the currency of our own living. *sigh*
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That’s is unfortunately very true.
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Time waits for no one…
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Indeed.
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I share more openly with strangers because they don’t judge. I share with family but im always wary of what I can share with whom
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It’s often the case. With strangers, we also know that we won’t meet them again
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Yes, or in the case of my blog, I know that these people don’t know me personally so it becomes easier to open up.
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Exactly.
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Sharing of myself ensures my existence remains to a certain degree, not forgotten like most things.
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Very right! I feel that sharing gives us a connection to others as well.
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Absolutely! 🙂
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I think you are right, we all want to share our stories. I think a part of it is also that we want to share our lives with others, to include them as a part of our circle of friends. This goes hand in hand with your letter R post.
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Thanks Leigha!
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My pleasure.
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🙏🏼
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