They can lift ones spirit when hope is hard to find. They can give one the courage to attack that which may seem out of reach. These words can comfort and caress a heart while smiling right at someones soul. And when said with conviction these simple words hold the power to heal an emotional state that seems broken or lost. Who would've thought that a statement could hold so much strength and power.
Some seem to have become hoarders of their own love. Keeping a false supply in stock for further use. Almost as if there is a fear that when given away, there love may eventually run out. Well the good news is, I think that is impossible. It seems to me that the more open you are to loving those around you, you will begin noticing how love is reciprocated.
Those around us long to be loved just as much as we do. Sometimes others just need to see, feel, or hear that they are loved as well.
Tell and show those who are around you that you love them every day. If you have children, don't forget to hug them and say "I LOVE YOU" out loud every day. If you have a spouse or significant other, don't let them ever wonder how you feel. Keep your love up front and open and, again, say it out loud. I read yesterday that love is giving someone the power to break your heart and trusting that they never will. Don't let the fear of a broken heart keep you from loving another to the fullest of your capability. Make sure your friends know that you love them and appreciate them too. That way if they are going through something they never have to wonder who will be there for them.
I know that in my life there have been times when a relationship fizzled out and one of the main reasons was simply the lack of emotional connection. There may have been the opportunity for a life long friendship or even more, but one or both of us had forgotten to be open. So at least one wasn't feeling loved or appreciated by the other. When we forget to say or show our emotions, those around us can begin to feel invisible and less important. This doesn't just stand true in romantic commitments. Children need a constant reminder that you are emotionally there for them through anything. They go from depending on there parents for their every need to only turning to them in time of need. So make sure to give them your EVERYTHING. They will learn to love by watching you do it. So keep positive and beautiful relationships. Make sure to surround yourself with those who truly build you up and don't waste your time with those who would bring you down. And always give out to others what you want to get back.
Seems pretty easy when written down... Just be a loving person and you will see your world become better. So I challenge you to care today. Verbalize how you feel to your loved ones and find special ways to show them you care. You never know what tomorrow can bring or when your relationships may be cut short by life or tragedy. Live without regret of holding back. I love so many amazing people. I would hope that if something ever happened to me that they would never question for one day how important they were in my life. Aloha Au Ia`Oe , Je T'aime , Ti Amo , I love you..... No matter how you say...... Just say it, full heartily with all you have. Remember that life is too short... so say it out loud !!!