independence has held on with deep roots since my early years. i’ve admired people who appear as if they could do everything on their own if they had to, and i’ve become that type of young lady in many ways. but i’m realizing, through reading the insightful words of a friend and spending time in introspection, that a heart and mind in pursuit of independence can be stifling to my faith, my relationships, and my professional success.
independence and abundant life cannot flourish within the same individual.
i need God, friends, and family to breathe fresh perspective, encouragement, and pure love into me.
seems kind of obvious, right?
of course there is value in doing life with other people.
of course there is value in letting them hold you accountable to your dreams and goals as well as receiving their love and affirmation.
it’s a message i’ve known in my head but not through-and-through in my heart. i’m finally grasping it. and it’s freeing, let me tell you what.
go live WITH people this weekend. tuck your phone away and enjoy face-time with someone. let them in and nurture real, raw community.
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