“Communication is merely an exchange of information, but connection is an exchange of our humanity.”
– Sean Stephenson
During this Pandemic time of our lives, how do we make sure we don’t lose real connection with people? Is zoom enough? Is facetime enough? Is sitting/standing 6 feel apart enough? How can we maintain or even enhance our connection with others?
Could it be that this unpleasant global situation might give us the opportunity to go beyond communicating and actually provide the time to have an exchange of our humanity with each other? Could we perhaps go beyond having mere exchanges of information to actually touch each other?
Karen’s Vibrant Tip for Today – Authentic Exchange
Next time you talk to your partner or close friend, ask them how all this has been affecting them—really affecting them. Ask them what they have been thinking most about during this time of perhaps less business, less running from social activity to the next. Have an authentic exchange with them rather than just a “what have you been doing.” Many people report they are finding a more connected place with people and touching in at a deeper, more gratifying level.