Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Listening And Holding Space


--by SissyLee, posted Sep 5, 2020
My neighbor had a very dear old elderly dog who died three days ago and she is so sad. I brought her a home-made raspberry scone yesterday.

Our house is having its exterior painted and the painter is going through a rough time with his marriage. He needs to talk and we listened.

Listening to people and their woes, and just being there, holding space, is something I can do. The tears ease up and a grounding can take place. I know how much I appreciate being heard and seen.

Namaste.
 
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Mish wrote: Your caring heart helps mend broken spirits. Bless you, Sissy.
gardengal10 wrote: We all need a non-judgmental ear. Thank you for listening.
lt33 wrote: So wonderful of you to be a supportive ear towards others 😃
scully wrote: Thanks for offered that safe space for those around you
DANCE wrote: How kind of you to care for your neighbours
rajni wrote: Painter is painting exterior of your house but you are painting with kindness the heart of the lady whose dog died. And painting heart of the painter with listening kindness too.
mindyjourney wrote: Your listening heart ❤️ is in the right place and the right time, my friend. Thank you.
Khokha wrote: You offered so much by being there and listening. Bless you!
Khokha wrote: Yummy, Home-made rasberry scone!!
janfour wrote: thank you for reaching out!

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