Sunday, November 12, 2023

12 - Safety

What's something or someone that makes you feel safe?

How freaking cute is that!? lol

So in thinking about this prompt, my court reporting career has made me more aware of external dangers in the world (in a good way, as I would naturally be inclined to be oblivious).  But in spite of that, I generally feel safe the great majority of the time.  I for sure have internalized the truth that Jesus is always with me, that God is for me, and that protective angels are nearby.  I live by myself but don't struggle with feeling alone or frightened.  I have a security system, and I take great care to avoid any fear-based or evil entertainment, and fear for my physical safety has never been a big issue.

With a pretty rough history of abrupt rejection, the bigger struggle for me has been feeling safe and secure in my relationships, believing I matter to people and feeling that I belong and have the freedom to be myself.  I still have moments of insecurity, but I have made great progress, and I am very grateful to have a solid core group of long-term friends and family who help me feel relationally safe and seen and loved!!  ❤

*P.S.  Happy 70th Birthday to my Aunt JoBug today!!  We're headed to Cheesecake Factory for a Sunday brunch to celebrate with her this morning!  (This = her and her teacher friends at Emily's shower.)

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