Many persons know how to give love, but many more undermine their relationships by never having learned how to accept it. We don't always realize the ways in which we reject appreciation and affection, help and guidance from others.
Connecting to Love: Day 10 ~ Accepting Love
According John Welwood "There is a secret about human love that is commonly overlooked: Receiving it is much more scary and threatening than giving it. How many times in your life have you been unable to let in someone's love or even pushed it away? Much as we proclaim the wish to be truly loved, we are often afraid of that, and so find it difficult to open to love or let it all the way in."
Giving love is one thing. Getting it is another, and altogether different, thing. Accepting and taking in support, appreciation and encouragement can be very difficult for some people.
For whatever the reason, some people struggle to accept love. Many people are afraid to love because they are afraid of getting hurt or they're afraid their not good enough or they're afraid they aren't capable of love themselves or they're afraid or reasons that are uniquely their own.
Whether it be an intimate relationship, a friendship, or a family relationship, it is important to accept the declaration of love at face value. If you are pushing aside the gift of their love for you because you are afraid that they do not mean it, then you prevent them from having the chance to prove that they do. It also might push them away from you, so that if you change your mind it may be too late.
Write in a daily journal why is difficult to accept love.
Write the affirmation: "I Accept Love in all forms"
Connecting to Love: Day 10 ~ Accepting Love
According John Welwood "There is a secret about human love that is commonly overlooked: Receiving it is much more scary and threatening than giving it. How many times in your life have you been unable to let in someone's love or even pushed it away? Much as we proclaim the wish to be truly loved, we are often afraid of that, and so find it difficult to open to love or let it all the way in."
Giving love is one thing. Getting it is another, and altogether different, thing. Accepting and taking in support, appreciation and encouragement can be very difficult for some people.
For whatever the reason, some people struggle to accept love. Many people are afraid to love because they are afraid of getting hurt or they're afraid their not good enough or they're afraid they aren't capable of love themselves or they're afraid or reasons that are uniquely their own.
Whether it be an intimate relationship, a friendship, or a family relationship, it is important to accept the declaration of love at face value. If you are pushing aside the gift of their love for you because you are afraid that they do not mean it, then you prevent them from having the chance to prove that they do. It also might push them away from you, so that if you change your mind it may be too late.
Learn how to let in the love that is constantly around us, coming toward us, Simply open your heart, live in the moment and cherish the fact that other people care so deeply about you that you are connected, needed, wanted, and included in the affairs and lives of others. Being open and receptive to the love from others can be learned with practice. Let down some of those defenses and pride and let others know that you enjoy their deep care and support for you.
Acceptance means that be open to love in all its forms. Remember that by accepting the love that is given to you, you are not only doing something good for yourself, but you are giving a gift to the person who offered the love to you.DAILY QUOTE:
ACTION:
Ask yourself: Is it difficult for you to accept kind gestures, gifts, or compliments from others? Do you struggle with accepting love?
Receiving love is also about expressing love. So, Show love - Kiss your spouse and children, hug your friends, compliment your colleagues, say friendly and complimentary things to the persons you find. Do this regularly.
Acceptance means that be open to love in all its forms. Remember that by accepting the love that is given to you, you are not only doing something good for yourself, but you are giving a gift to the person who offered the love to you.DAILY QUOTE:
"Most People Need Love And Acceptance A Lot More Than They Need Advice.” ~ Bob Goff
ACTION:
Ask yourself: Is it difficult for you to accept kind gestures, gifts, or compliments from others? Do you struggle with accepting love?
Receiving love is also about expressing love. So, Show love - Kiss your spouse and children, hug your friends, compliment your colleagues, say friendly and complimentary things to the persons you find. Do this regularly.
Write in a daily journal why is difficult to accept love.
Write the affirmation: "I Accept Love in all forms"
~~~~~~~~
Please take a moment, share your experiences and comments below.
If you would like to receive daily "Connecting to Love", please subscribe HERE
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: only a member of this blog may post a comment.