The SpecialMoms Parenting Magazine 2nd Issue | Page 35

Eye to Eye – Soul to Soul
you to regress. But let me tell you something
about vulnerability. It is amazing. It exhibits
your strength and helps with your personal
growth. And when we show the person we
love that we trust them enough to allow them to
see us, to really know us; we’ve transformed the
relationship. The love just doubled in size.
Psychologist and author John Welwood writes,
“When we reveal ourselves to our partner and
find that this brings healing rather than harm,
we make an important discovery – that intimate
relationship can provide a sanctuary from the
world of facades, a sacred space where we can
be ourselves, as we are.This kind of unmasking –

We want the three C’s:
CONNECTION
COMMITMENT
CARING

speaking our truth, sharing our inner struggles,
and revealing our raw edges – is sacred activity,
which allows two souls to meet and touch more
deeply.” That is what we want, isn’t it? We want
the three C’s and any other extra thing that may
be included, because to love and to be loved is
what it’s about.
Chubby cherubs represent Cupid, which
represents love. We are lucky when he decides
to pay us an unexpected visit. Though when
love enters, she initially appears as roses and
romance. Just don’t ever think that’s all there
is. Because when we muster up the courage to
reveal ourselves