I spent most of yesterday at a clinic having various medical tests. It was a private clinic and so there was no discussion of the results. The staff were polite and efficient and very good at what they did. So efficient in fact that I felt like a package to be processed and came away feeling hollow and empty and really really lonely even though I'd come into contact with many people.
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Later, at the supermarket, there was a man begging. Maybe it was my frame of mind which encouraged me to give to him, as I don't commonly in such situations. I gave him a small banknote. Later, when I was returning my trolley, I couldn't see the line. He caught my eye and pointed it out to me. Do you know, in a whole day interacting with people, I felt that he was the only one to 'see' me all day. He cracked some sort of dam in me and I cried and cried out all my stresses and fears in the car.
We need each other. Not just to be efficient, and to get things done, but to recognize each other as human beings with a smile or a touch or a kindness.
Later, at the supermarket, there was a man begging. Maybe it was my frame of mind which encouraged me to give to him, as I don't commonly in such situations. I gave him a small banknote. Later, when I was returning my trolley, I couldn't see the line. He caught my eye and pointed it out to me. Do you know, in a whole day interacting with people, I felt that he was the only one to 'see' me all day. He cracked some sort of dam in me and I cried and cried out all my stresses and fears in the car.We need each other. Not just to be efficient, and to get things done, but to recognize each other as human beings with a smile or a touch or a kindness.
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- Posted by AndiCas
- Jul 19, 2017
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splain wrote: The power of touch, acknowledgement , being seen that is what leads to connection. I am sorry that the clinic was such cold, efficient but not friendly experience for you. When you having tests done, what you really need is human contact.
bugfrogmom wrote: What a wonderful experience at the supermarket for you both...thank you for giving so much of yourself. Happy Valentine's Day!
Rajni wrote: Thanks for sharing this beautiful experience. Hope others get inspired by your kindness to follow suit.
lya348 wrote: You went through such a difficult time but was able to connect with someone in the end. An inspiring story!
Mish wrote: Medical tests often cause one to feel vulnerable/emotional. I know this can be true for me. I visualize good outcome for you, dear Andi and am glad you were able to release tears. Connecting & feeling seen open us up. Bless.â¤ï¸
mindyjourney wrote: Amazing how an unexpected kindess can open our hearts and release those tears. You are in a tender place with all those tests, please remember to gentle with self, my friend. Sending you extra love and Light <3.
horse-friend wrote: Thanks for being so brave to share that. I really enjoyed reading your exprience. I am recently meeting a friend, who is such a great listener. He grants me exactly the feeling you discribe... being seen. It is so precious. And to allow it to touch us is bold and couragous. Thanks for doing it and sharing it.
RoseMarie wrote: Hoping good news with blood tests and I so identify with your connection with the man who was begging x big hug to yiu Andrea x
leoladyc728 wrote: so sorry your day was such a tough one. I know the waiting for test results can be difficult. These doctors and nurses in the clinic need to be more compassionate to the people they serve
kjoyw wrote: This kind of a situation is always a tough one for me and I do so regret that you had to go through this feeling rather invisible. It's tough enough when you are noticed and treated individually as a person, not just a patient. These folks, though I'm sure they are highly competent, need a little work on their approach. So glad you were able to release these feelings through your tears. Find that this can happen in medical situations. They do this all day long everyday, but for most of us it is a rare occurrence. Will envision very best outcomes for you and sending you the Light of Peace. ✨✨✨
