We live in a world today where people are more disconnected than ever. With a zillion options for social connections online, we make less authentic connections, more superficial ones, and are constantly distracted by things of little substance.
While I’ve lived a life of disconnect, moving from place to place – I’ve also managed to stay connected to a few key people, and develop new connections. I see so many people around me as disconnected as if they too had been uprooted and started anew every 3-5 years.
For those of us who thrive in a transient life we’ve learned the art of making new connections. While sustaining a few key connections from afar.
Building a strong sense of belonging
It is my intention to build a community where we can come together both online and in-person. A community where we can become more authentically connected with others, as well as ourselves. This community and our activities will help us to live more fulfilling, connected lives. A place in which we feel a true sense of belonging.
Brené Brown says there are four elements of belonging:
Quote:
People are hard to hate close up. Move in.
Speak truth to bullshit. Be civil.
Hold hands. With strangers.
Strong back. Soft front. Wild heart.
Brené Brown
We’ll talk more about what this means, but for now, you can learn more about Brené Brown’s elements of belonging here.
Is there an old friend you can call? A journal entry you can write? Or maybe a place you can visit (in real time or in your memories) where important connections can be revisited? One of my favourite things to do is pull out some old photos and allow myself a little walk down memory lane.
What will you commit to doing to start the journey of rebuilding, creating and maintaining authentic connections?
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