We all live in our own separate realities, shaped throughout our lives by the stories we’ve heard, and the stories we tell ourselves; all personally distorted views we’ve adopted without question. These separate realities can lead to misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and a sense of disconnection in our relationships. We create expectations, comparisons, and judgments, often leading to feelings of inadequacy.

I had an interesting dream just before waking up today. It seemed to beg for reflection and sure enough I saw something a little deeper, about listening in a way that connects people, than ever before. I had to write about my discovery.