Building Friendships

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10 Beautiful Friendship Day Quotes to Celebrate this Occasion with Your ...

Wanting to belong is not what is wrong, it’s over longing about belonging. It could be the problem is in the seed, maybe you’re showing an unfulfilled need. Overexposing our expectations, may derail developing relations. What most people want is a sensation, a gradual feeling of elation. People want to see a to and from flow, a comfortable feeling trust will grow. It’s learning how to meet each other’s needs, that will guarantee a friendship succeeds. No more singing that old loneliness song, It wasn’t you; your methods were just wrong.

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Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/22/2023 5:52:00 AM

No more singing that old loneliness song--inspiring words, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 12/22/2023 9:23:00 PM

Good for you and me, Vijay. Have a great week, my friend. Bill

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/21/2023 8:15:00 PM

Sometimes we get a bit frustrated expecting everything to go our way often forgetting that everyone has their own opinion. Always be prepared to compromise and respect others wishes.. Tom

Bill Baker
Date: 12/21/2023 10:02:00 PM

It sure helps the blood pressure. I've begun to realize that there are a lot of different ways to look at things, my way can't always be the best. At worst, other viewpoints may strengthen my understanding of some things. Bring your opinions on! I want to know more. Have a pleasant evening, Tom. Bill

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 12/21/2023 6:11:00 PM

Loneliness leads to longing for belonging, friendships that grow naturally are best as trying too hard puts people on their guard. A great sonnet Bill… Belle

Bill Baker
Date: 12/21/2023 10:03:00 PM

Wise words, my friend. Keep those comments coming. :-) Your poet friend in Texas, Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 12/21/2023 2:54:00 PM

wow, Bill, such insightful and profound words. Being overzealous is wanting to belong can, in the long run, create an imbalance and then sure enough the sense of belonging quickly dissipates creating a vicious cycle. I guess it's all about balance! I appreciate your wisdom, hubby Bill!

Bill Baker
Date: 12/21/2023 7:01:00 PM

As I appreciate your wisdom my Haiku Queen. :-) I think you're right; balance is the key. Hugs, Bill