I’m noticing a trend with the clients I work with that when struggling with life problems, often advice from friends and family is offered, but from the receiver’s perspective it may not be helpful. Many times when we are going through a struggle, just being heard and validated is enough for us to access our own internal wisdom and intuition.

Part of the human condition seems to be to offer advice which reflects what we would do if we were in that situation. We often struggle to really understand what is like for someone else. Often, well intentionally, we project our self into that situation, and speak from that position.

My thought for today is the more we can know about someone else and what it is like for them, the deeper the relationship and the more supportive we can be.

Be curious, don’t assume. The desire and the willingness to want to know how it is for someone else is a great gift. For both the receiver, and the person brave and caring enough to do this.

Take care
Scott

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