Rather an introvert or an extrovert, everyone needs to have relationships in their lives, hence the "basketball friend" in the movie Cast Away, starting Tom Hanks. Relationships can be made with family members, friends, colleagues, and even bloggers. However, what makes a solid relationship?
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In my opinion, Paul describes one of the best definitions of what a solid relationship should be like in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."
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I found an article by Alex Lickerman MD, in Psychology Today, that correlates with Paul's teachings. Lickerman says that a good friend commits to your happiness. A good friend will be honest, even when it's uncomfortable, when he/she knows it's in your best interest. He also said that good friends will not compromise your principles in the name of your friendship. Finally, Lickerman said that good friends will inspire you to strive for excellence.
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Therefore, you need a plethora of relationships to be happy - Not! I'm an introvert, but always try to find a way to connect with people I meet. Everyone has gifts and talents that I value and can learn from. However, I only have a handful of people with whom I have solid relationships, such as my mother, my wife, my two girls, my church Rector, a few Church members, a couple of work colleagues, and above all my God.
What do you look for in relationships? I would love to hear what you think. Anyway, I want to thank all my followers, as well as everyone who takes the time to leave a comment. I am blessed by your kind words. Peace - Paz - Shalom!
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Thanks for sharing at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2016/05/the-cats-of-san-juan.html
Wonderful choice for this weeks letter, makes one start to think, that is always a good thing.
Have a nice ABC-Wednesday-day / - week
♫ M e l ☺ d y ♫ <abc-w-team)
Take care. God bless.
Margaret #4
I love your sacrificial love mandala. Thanks for sharing,
Happy WOYWW,
Lisca#16
I'm an introvert too. I'm shy meeting new people and don't like it at all but once I get to know people I'm fine. In a relationship I have to be able to trust someone, trust that they will listen and keep confidences. I try to give the same in return.
As usual a great post! Got me thinking.
Sharon K #40
Have a great day.
Diane - WOYWW #31
Your post is excellent as usual.
Wil, ABCW Team
Wishing you a lovely day!
Victoria # 54
The text from Corinthians is one that was read at my wedding ,
one of my favourites.
I am surprised to learn that you are an introvert, you obviously
express your self through your wonderful artwork,
Opposites do attract. I know, as my husband is quiet whereas I
am not, and we rub along quite happily.
Best wishes,
Di.
ABCW
team.
April
ROG, ABCW
Kim
Those words about Love are so beautiful, thanks for the reminder.
As for what do I look for: honesty and dedication. We all have met those that take and take, and drain you, so finding and keeping a friend that dedicates time to be a friend, reciprocally, is always a treasure.
Your crafty friend, Angela x 23
Happy belated WOYWW,
Shoshi #52
Thank you for your post.
~~Irene
Ann
Very uplifting words for me--thanks!
The doll parts look a bit creepy now--but they will make someone very happy soon.
See you again soon!
Dea
Enjoyed your "doll parts" haiku
much love...
I follow my instincts with people, I follow my gut, lol,,I follow my heart,,
I love your artwork...especially the doodle portrait.
I'm an introvert and tend to be a bit of a loner in real life. I have my family, my kids, and my pets and I feel very content with that. I do have a close friend who I met online and she and I have been pen-pals for years. We both love art and journaling but we can talk about anything and everything to each other. I do have friends in real life but not ones I would classify as close. I often feel more connected to animals than to people.
That said, I do believe that trust, truth, and compassion are major requirements of a true friendship.
Have a great week! :)
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