[she just makes that correction quietly, with a small shake of her head.]
It's difficult, I know. Even in situations where you know someone won't be around in the long term-- we lean toward connecting with others. The bonds that tie everything and everyone together are a powerful force.
But I think there's more to be gained from letting yourself get to know others, and appreciating that time for what it is, than there is in protecting yourself from ever being hurt.
... No, I guess I already know the answer to that. I've been through this before. Going from being totally alone, to making connections with people, being part of something... I'm glad that I did, in the end, but...
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[she just makes that correction quietly, with a small shake of her head.]
It's difficult, I know. Even in situations where you know someone won't be around in the long term-- we lean toward connecting with others. The bonds that tie everything and everyone together are a powerful force.
But I think there's more to be gained from letting yourself get to know others, and appreciating that time for what it is, than there is in protecting yourself from ever being hurt.
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... No, I guess I already know the answer to that. I've been through this before. Going from being totally alone, to making connections with people, being part of something... I'm glad that I did, in the end, but...
The first steps were the hardest ones to take.
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If you need help taking them, you can ask for it any time, Rita.
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Uh--
... Thanks.