Aspire Magazine: Inspiration for a Woman's Soul.(TM) April/May 2020 Aspire Magazine FULL Issue | Page 82

3 Magic Words:
Tell Me More
BY LINDA CARROLL
W
hen we think about what
we’re looking for in a partner, one
of the most important criteria is
someone who can love and value us
as the unique beings we are, with all
of our imperfections and strengths.
Our partner’s acceptance instills in
us feelings of safety, openness, and
passion. All of this comes easily in
Stage One, when our differences
seem charming or even exciting.
As we journey deeper into love,
however, the differences between us
begin to challenge instead of charm,
and we need to develop new skills to
help us return to that place of mutual
warmth and trust. One key skill is the
capacity to genuinely listen.
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