Art of Gracious Living #25

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I never had to share a bedroom when I was growing up because my brothers were already out of the house before I was born. I've always had the opportunity to have my own space.

I realize how essential that is for everyone. We all need a place to call our own, and ours alone. It gives us space in which to dream, contemplate and think.

Even extroverts, of which I'm one, need their own space. We all need a place to decorate as we see fit, to display things that are important to us, and to have all to ourselves.

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Art of Gracious Living #24

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I gathered with some friends recently that I see each month. We take turns going around the circle and discussing what is on our mind.

When it was my turn I was talking about the recent artist's retreat I went on and other tidbits about my life. There was nothing extraordinary in what I was saying, and yet I noticed that everyone in the room was giving me their rapt attention.

I was struck by what an incredible gift it is when people truly listen to what you're saying. It also gave me reason to consider if I extend myself to others in that fashion.

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