Last night I dreamed about reaching out, schedule changes and feelings of being unprepared. Don't know exactly where each point will manifest itself in my life but the one I feel moved to blog about, is the "reaching out" part.
I dreamed, that within my dream, I dreamed of someone who felt such despair, she (he?) was considering ending her life. In my dream, I walked past a young lady who looked to be attempting to hang herself. I immediately stopped because I recalled the dream I'd had (within my dream). When I got to her, I noticed I was mistaken, it was simply a necklace that was caught on the wall behind her. But I still felt compelled to approach her.
I looked at her and was somewhat hesitant to say what I knew I was suppose to say but something inside pushed me beyond the hesitation, on to have the conversation. So, I inquired about her well-being, asking her how was she feeling and if she was ok. She responded with a "yes" but I felt the need to continue the conversation. I told her that she'd frightened me when I first saw her because it looked like she was hurting herself. She admitted she sometimes thought about it and participated in things that simulated the act of hanging herself. I then told her, "well, don't continue that because I love you and wouldn't want anything to happen to you." She stared at me in what looked like shock. At that point, she burst into tears and we just stood there for a minute within a hug. I said to her, "If you EVER feel the need to talk with someone or just need someone to listen, I'm here." She nodded, said "Ok" and we separated. In the dream, I got the strong feeling she meant it and I would be hearing from her in the near future.
All of this was a dream and a small part was a dream within a dream. And I'm almost sure it stemmed from a conversation I had before bedtime. But what I got from this, was this...
Even when I'm in doubt about what I'm able to do for someone or how I'm able to add value to the life of someone, EVERYONE has a role to grow into. BUT, no matter where I am in my growth, someone can use the help, advice, listening ear, etc...I have to offer where I am, right here, right now. And this goes for you too... Someone is waiting for your gift; so much so, it could be life saving. Even when it doesn't feel comfortable or you're feeling uncertain about reaching out to someone, don't ignore the push! They need you. The world needs you.
With Love <3
*Edited to add: After writing this post, I see how all of the points fit into the same scheme of things. Life is amazing. Maybe life really is but a dream. :-)
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