Years ago a saw a counselor that taught me about "return to joy." This is a quote I found on a website that summed it up pretty well; "Returning to joy means finding a resolution to the distress we feel when our “personally important” people are not happy to be with us. Strangely enough, this requires someone to share our distress with us and achieve a “mutual mind” state with our control center...When someone cares enough about us to share our distressing feelings and still be with us we no longer feel alone. Our brain starts to run smoothly again and we start learning helpful ways to stay in relationships when we are upset or others are upset with us."
Collin is the human embodiment of this concept. He has the most amazing thirst for life and radiating joy. He also drives everyone nuts ;) He reboots every morning with fresh grace for himself and others. It has been so soothing for my weary people-pleasing cynical soul. So blessed by this kid!
Reconnectiong during stressful situations=returning to joy...love this concept :)
ReplyDeleteRedefining moment of clarity in my life for sure!
DeleteAubrey, I didn't know this about Colin, but now that I think back on different comments or posts, it is starting to make sense. Well, one thing that has always made sense is that you are a great mom and those boys are blessed because of it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mary. Moms need that encouragement and you are so good about giving it :)
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