We say we want tenderness…
but display toughness instead.
We say we want closeness and affection…
but give the cold shoulder or ask for space.
We say we want the truth…
and then bristle, cry or shut the other person down when what we hear differs from our point of view.
We say we want to be treated with respect…
and then speak in harsh tones and use ugly words.
We say we don’t want to be manipulated…
and then do whatever it takes to push for what we want.
It starts with us. Our vision. Our willingness. Our vulnerability.
It also starts with any person with the thought, capacity and desire to create.
