Relationships: Foundation of Endurance, 27 Days Omer 5783
Today (or yesterday) is twenty-seven days, which is three weeks and six days of the Omer in the year 5783. יסוד שבנצח, Yesod ShebeNetzach, Foundation of Endurance. Relationships are the foundation of human endurance. In order to flourish, we need deep relationships and community.
Deep Relationships Are Illusive
Multi-season dramas are important to me because they idealize human relationships in a way that is not experienced very frequently. This isn’t just about the internet and smartphones taking us away from physical reality. Throughout my life, I’ve known intensely lonely people. Unfortunately, we are now experiencing a loneliness epidemic.
Cultivate the Relationship Within
Deep relationships start with self knowledge.
Embracing ourselves as we are.
Truly enjoying our own company.
Maintaining ways to pass the time beyond scrolling the internet.
Prioritize Relationships
Work will be there tomorrow.
Exercise is better with a friend.
Invite someone to coffee or brunch or lunch.
Have Patience With Yourself
However strong your relationships are,
Whomever you consider a close friend,
Habits take time to change.
Especially as adults, friendships are harder to grow.
Seek new communal opportunities.
Drop by Temple Israel of Alameda.
Intentional Community takes time.
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