I think as far as the looser link relationships, rather than tight bonds, with people we find difficulty in not judging are a life phase thing. For instance, it just makes sense to be friendly with one of the moms I see constantly at karate, where I spend many hours every week. I know we will never be close because of these differences, but it makes her happy to have companionship...and it pushes me out of my comfort zone somewhat. I think parenting results in quite a few of these sorts of relationships, and they will fade away when the kids are older. I imagine there are other phases like this too. I could see being an old lady in a nursing home and being like "well, what do I really have to work with here?" Ha.
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That's a super good point with the parenting thing. Definitely not an aspect of my life that I have to worry about. And, really, as a massage therapist, I don't spend much time with coworkers or colleagues, either. But it is nice to have good rapport with people you see on a regular basis. Especially, I would imagine, if your kids are friends.
LOL!