Feeling excluded?
The ache of being on the outside looking in, watching others share connection we're denied. A primal wound that touches our deepest need for community.
The unmet need
Inclusion and the warm feeling of being wanted and welcomed; one place where we are chosen and celebrated.
A question to sit with
Where is there even one person who genuinely wants my presence? Can I turn my energy toward deepening that connection?
What to do right now
Reach out to one person who makes you feel welcome, even with a simple message. Focus your energy on deepening existing connections rather than seeking new belonging.
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