It’s hard to define where I end and others begin because we are all interconnected, like vibrant cells seeking connection. When I interact with you, we both give and take a part of ourselves. We are all part of one organism while maintaining our individuality. Our interactions contribute to each other’s growth, allowing us to bloom and bear fruit. As the fruit takes root, new creations emerge, reaching out to connect with others. We are all bound by our reactions and interactions, even when we believe we gain nothing from them. These encounters can offer lessons and experiences that we hadn’t anticipated. We label experiences as pleasant or unpleasant, but the significance of these labels can shift depending on the narratives we associate with them. While we prefer positive interactions, we might discover that negative experiences can connect us to others in ways that positive ones cannot. When discomfort arises, it prompts us to seek change and personal growth, which, in turn, can lead to familiar and trusting interactions. Collaborative opportunities may emerge from these connections, allowing us to grow in ways we hadn’t considered before encountering what we initially perceived as negative experiences. While we may not comprehend the meaning of life or even tomorrow’s weather, we do understand love because that is what we are.
