I have become increasingly sensitive to the effects others have on me. I've noticed that I can be exhilarated by time spent with one person and drained by time with another. In the same way, certain people have a way of bringing peace and centeredness to a home. I recently had an important life event in which I had many people in my home at once. One person in particular provided that anchoring, quiet calm that was much needed for the occasion. Her poise and posture and softly spoken directions and utterance of affinity were the perfect elixir for spatial and emotional groundedness.
I am reminded to be thoughtful about with whom I spend time and where others are permitted in my space and in my life. Think about your life and loved ones. Do they support who you are by their presence? Be thankful if they do and consider your options if they don't.
