Hello Readers,
No matter how busy your life is, it’s always wise to free some time up both for yourself and for loved ones. It is very easy in the day to day rush of things to overlook people close to us and then feeling guilty and regretful afterwards. We complain that we are always too busy, rushed off our feet, no time to grab a moment, our intentions were good but ran out of time, something or someone else got in the way, but these are all excuses, not reasons as to why we neglected those closest to us. But then there are also the constant moans and groans of certain people who do not keep in touch with us either and yet do absolutely nothing about making a few much welcomed changes so that time spent with those we cherish the most possible.
It’s important to understand that nothing in life is guaranteed and that our lives can change in the blink of an eye. Circumstances beyond our control can result in a complete change of direction, altering the state of our lives forever. One telephone call, sudden news, an accident or other life changing experience suddenly proves yet again that none of us are islands and that everybody needs somebody sometime. A friend in need is a friend indeed. It is always at times when we are severely tested that we discover who our true friends are and who is prepared to step up to the mark and offer us the hand of friendship, love and support that is needed to get through a terrible ordeal. All too often we can feel very let down and disappointed in people whom we put our trust in and they let us down. Take heart, if this has happened to you, be glad that you discovered the truth about who they really are because loyal friends do not go out of your life, only the people who masqueraded as friends do a sudden disappearing trick.
The more time we put into our relationships, the more benefits everyone will enjoy, but friendship is also two way, so it’s all very well you doing all the giving, but you have to also be honest with yourself if a friendship is all one way. There has to be a balance of energy and if it is you that is making all the moves, chasing after people, making all the contact, driving miles and miles to see them and there is nothing or very, very little in return, then that is the time to re-examine the situation. These are times when its sometimes better to take a few steps back and spend your time with more deserving individuals. Never force someone to make time for you because if they really want to, they will. By all means, give your time willingly, not as a chore, otherwise it doesn’t mean anything. Do this with dedication, commitment and wholehearted enthusiasm, otherwise it’s a waste of your time and energy. If what you have to offer is not genuine and true, from the heart, then it’s not worth anything at all. Always stay true to yourself and do your very best not just for others, but for you too, because at the end of the day, your happiness and peace of mind is just as important as anyone else’s.
Until next Week,
Linda and The Lulas xxx
