life is about creating support and community around you. it’s about having people alongside of you that love you the most and bring you a great sense of connection. if you have connection, you have everything.

all of these things contribute to connection: 

longevity – those who have a sense of love, connection and community live the longest and live the most wholesome kind of life. 

purpose – there is a greater sense of purpose. people you love will inspire you to be alive and thrive both in the present and future. life becomes so much bigger. 

safe – feeling seen, being heard and understood. 

intimacy – you can only be intimate to the degree that you feel safe with someone. 

showing up – when someone is there for you, you feel good. even if you don’t know what to say, just show up and say i’m here with you. 

vulnerability-  you can open yourself up, which can feel terrifying and liberating at the same time. 

non-judgement – you can fall apart and ask for help and not be judged. this has to be reciprocal. 

trust – this is the most generous thing you can give to someone. when you share something hard, you know it will be kept safe between the two of you. 

authenticity – they allow you to be you and you allow them to be them, imperfectly. 

thought – “it’s the thought that counts.” how amazing does it feel when someone remembers something important to you? if you have an exam, or an interview and they text or call you to wish you good luck.

communication – you can express your big feelings and they respect your feelings. 

togetherness – we, team, our and us. these are a few of my favorite words. knowing that you are not alone. 

play – cultivating laughter. you can be silly and have fun. 

gratitude – when you feel so much love in your heart for them and you are grateful for them.