What does deep love mean to you?
At the end of this week, we will celebrate the day initially set aside to revere a catholic saint, which has morphed into a holiday to honor love, Valentine's Day. There are many definitions of love: an intense feeling of deep affection, a bond that involves the understanding of the values, beliefs, and norms of another, or a significant interest or passion in something. Love runs even deeper than the definitions listed above. I believe it is a commitment to willing the good of the other, a profound desire to help another person grow and develop. Love means doing everything you can to improve someone else's life. A friend recently sent me some videos showing servicemen and women surprising their families after returning from deployment. The raw emotion and love expressed by these loved ones who had committed to the concern and loneliness so their family member could serve our country moved my emotions. The heartbreak of a mother or father who goes to bed each night knowing their child is in harm's way, a fiancee praying that their significant other would be delivered safely so they could begin a new life together, a son or daughter experiencing the ups and downs of childhood or adolescence with an absent parent who was defending our nation, were all emotionally expressed with crushing hugs, shaking bodies, and sobbing tears. I could feel the raw love emanating from each family member. So, as we celebrate the emotion or feeling of love this week, spend a few minutes pondering what it means to love the people in your life deeply. It's so much more than the physical attraction. It's doing everything you can to ensure they have and live their best life. Please comment on your thoughts regarding the deep meaning of love. Your thoughts and opinions are valuable, and I appreciate hearing from you.
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Are there any benefits to having friends? What about the advantages of being a friend?
In 1985, singer Dionne Warwick released the album Friends. The song, That's What Friends Are For, is on the album sung by Dionne Warwick, Elton John, Gladys Knight, and Stevie Wonder. The refrain of the song is: "Keep smilin', keep shinin' Knowing you can always count on me for sure That's what friends are for For good times and bad times I'll be on your side forever more That's what friends are for" According to an October 15, 2024 article by the Mayo Clinic, Friendships: Enrich Your Life And Improve Your Health, good friends are good for your overall well-being. They celebrate the good times and support you in the bad times. Friends can also: - Raise your sense of belonging, connection, and purpose - Boost your happiness and reduce your stress level - Improve your self-confidence and sense of belonging - Help you cope with tragedy such as divorce, death, or job loss - Urge you to have good habits - Lower your risk of health problems such as depression, high blood pressure, and being overweight Being a good friend means being a support network in good and bad times. You can't just be a "good-time friend." The most important and solid relationships are built during adversity. If the recent COVID pandemic taught us anything, it's how much we need each other. We are social beings who need connection with others to be happy and healthy. As Dionne Warwick and friends sang in the song, That's What Friends Are For," surround yourself with people that allow you to 'keep smilin and keep shinin.' But also make sure you are the type of person who allows your friends to do the same. Leave me a comment about your thoughts on the benefits of friendships. Your insights and opinions are valuable, and I enjoy hearing from you. |
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