When There's A Failure to Appear
Today, I reflect on the significance that is placed on nurturing personal and professional relationships, particularly when trying to sustain them has long passed the point of life support. Perhaps that is why I've been questioning more often what the word reciprocity truly means.
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Relationships need sincere
attention, so do plants.
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Such a moment occurred when invited to a birthday lunch date by a close friend and, instead of time well spent, it was met with a failure to appear. Another instance with a potential buyer, who was unable to keep the scheduled day of showings, the effort made to reschedule at a later time, never materialized.
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A lack of follow through
adversely affects growth.
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These incidents prompted a deeper dive and soon I realized that social plans with several 'friends' excluded me, calls or text messages were often met with delay or simply no response. Ghosting, on behalf of a few consumers who were no longer interested, was their flex instead of being straight forward.
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Lack of nurturing causes
unfavorable results or death.
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Genuine people thrive on sincere effort, good communication and reciprocity. Equally important to acknowledge, is someone's absence. One-sided relationships lack mutual support and engagement. Propping up a dying relationship is futile, so bowing out to make room for healthier ones to flourish is necessary.
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Learning to let go of
what cannot be saved.
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Lesson: Know when it's time to surrender. Thank people for the memories. Sometimes the bravest thing to do is let them go, to stop chasing the things that no longer exist. Do it peacefully, without resentment, by finally honoring your own self worth. Despite some immediate discomfort, it truly feels good in the long run!
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