Tag Archives: Being there

Being There and Showing How Much I Care

Posted on March 21, 2013 by russtowne

In a comment from my last post, a reader asked what I did to become a better friend. I thought some of you might also be interested in my reply (with a bit more information added that I thought of … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Commitment, Friendship, Passion | Tagged Being there, care, Caring, children, Family, friends, Friendship, hormones, lines of communication, teenager, teenagers, teens | Leave a comment

Being There

Posted on August 3, 2012 by russtowne

Many of the most powerful moments in my life, the times I feel the most alive, the most useful, and the most connected to everyone and everything are those times I am there when someone needs me the most. Just … Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Challenges, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Fear, Gratitude | Tagged Being there, connected, fear, Grief, pain, safe, safe space, spirit | 16 Comments

Being a Friend

Posted on January 29, 2012 by russtowne

I rarely say aloud the words “as your friend”, but I think them often. And, I almost never say or think the phrase ”as my friend” about anyone or in any context. Being a friend to others is a promise … Continue reading →