Caroline's response is such a perfect example of generostiy without expectation. Honestly the hardest part of learning boundaries has been realizing how much easier it is to extend grace to others than to accept it for ourselves. I've noitced that when friends cancel on me bc they're overextended, I'm relieved - not offended - because it gives me permission to admit I was probably feeling the same way.
Here’s to your Year of Discovery!
Caroline's response is such a perfect example of generostiy without expectation. Honestly the hardest part of learning boundaries has been realizing how much easier it is to extend grace to others than to accept it for ourselves. I've noitced that when friends cancel on me bc they're overextended, I'm relieved - not offended - because it gives me permission to admit I was probably feeling the same way.
You’re touching on something I was thinking about in yoga today—my mat parked in front of the word Grace painted on the wall at my favorite studio.
It felt like a reminder that the hardest grace to practice is often the one we owe ourselves.
While my word for the year is Discovery, I’m realizing Grace may play a supporting role.
Thank you for creating space for that inquiry.