I like to think of myself as a good communicator. I have made lots of mistakes in the past, but I have tried to pay attention and learn from them. I basically communicate for a living, and once in a while, my boss even tells me I am the best. For obvious reasons, I choose to believe him.
This is all well and good until I try to have a conversation with either of my children. Don't get me wrong, I think I have a very good relationship with both my girls, but there are times when it just seems like we aren't even speaking the same language! I am fairly confident the fault is mine, simply based on past experience. I think one of my challenges is that I want to protect them from everything, which doesn't allow them to show how well they can take care of themselves, and I know full well they can!
Anyhow, I continue to try and I continue to improve, I'm certain. Maybe before I'm dead we will understand each other!
"The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives"
Tony Robbins
Love Holij
The fact that you continue to try means almost a much as getting better. The only time I asked dad directly to talk to me about something, he suggested I talk to mom. Keep on keeping on!
ReplyDeleteWhat Elly said! Love you!
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