Hello, how are you?
A commonly used North American greeting. But a loaded question nonetheless.
Someone asked how I was at a recent yoga class. Most of the great ladies that attend are aware of my burnout because I’ve shared my struggles. I’m honest about it because I wanted people to know why I can’t always follow simple instructions. Or why my attendance is sporadic at times. My fellow yogi could tell by my hesitant reply that I was not okay.
But if you ask how I’m doing, what else can I say beyond okay or fine. Will you listen or care if I say anything otherwise? It could get uncomfortable for both of us. And who wants to feel awkward? …
But if you ask how I’m doing, what else can I say beyond okay or fine. Will you listen or care if I say anything otherwise? It could get uncomfortable for both of us. And who wants to feel awkward? …
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5 responses to “Get Real”
Bravo for being so brave on this journey!!
Thanks! It’s not always easy but is there a choice?
Get real!!! So much in a title… I for one want to hear… the real answer…being real is how real connections are forged.
I’m going to experiment with this… I’m going to give the next person a real answer… and see how they respond. That will tell me how they really feel about me I think… maybe…
The people I love the most and the most endearing quality in someone is vulnerability. I shall wear it like a winter coat…. Be not afraid to be vulnerable, be not afraid to give a real answer… be not afraid to be you. Those who love you will surface… those who don’t… can’t go to hell 🙂 Do not go Gentle into that good night.. Dylan Thomas…
Welcome back! I’ve missed your comments.😊 I think we all want to hear how your experiment goes. I can’t say I’ve had a lot of luck with it so far save for those genuine souls that have my best interests at heart. They are the treasured few.
Ok – will share my survey results with ya:))