Darlene, Curtis, Lisa, Barry, Pig, Barbara, Michelle, Jamie, David, Betsy, Kim, Connie; and on and on I could go naming old friends whom I haven't seen in much too long. But when I do get to visit with one of them good feelings, positivity and excitement is experienced by both the one being visited and the one visiting along with a renewed feeling of connection.
What is it which makes renewing an old friendship such an impact on our lives? It may be the very feeling of connectedness; the joy of being around people who know where you've come from and also probably a little bit of letting go of the guilt about not staying in touch. There's something so comforting and familiar about reconnecting with old friends. It somehow feels like they're among the ones who know you best. You don't have to wade through lots of minutiae because you have a shared history. Think about it. What do you think it is that makes reuniting with old friends so valuable?
Whether it's the comfort of shared experiences or the hopefulness of new ones, it’s worth bringing into your life every now and then. So don't wait for your horoscope to predict the return of “someone from your past.” Just pick up the phone – or send a message via Face Book. You just might make someone smile (including you!). But more than this...make the effort to get together personally.
Visit an old friend...it's good for everyone.
Keep looking up. : ) AJ
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