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Connections
Humans look for connection from birth
we seek to belong, to be accepted
to be loved
relationships are central to human lives,
humans innately seek out relationships as a source of meaning and empowerment in life
for many, however, these connections, these precious relationships
hurt us
the relationships are broken
we feel betrayed
trust is lost
we are hurt, we experience real pain
humiliation, shame, anger
we learn to hide behind negativity and cynicism
we bend and twist ourselves to fit with people who have power over us:
community, employers, friends, family, parents
partners
we may turn to addictions or self-harm
we become isolated
isolated for emotional safety and/or for physical safety
we may sink into depression, blame ourselves
people may tell us, "you are a great person! talented, creative, awesome!!"
but we don't feel it inside
If you identify with any of these feelings, I want you to know that you are not alone.
Connections: Services
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