Thought for the week.

Posted on July 14, 2014 by awentherapy

tumblr_mxv0zxsuxq1r564xro1_500For many people the thought of spending time alone is not a pleasant thought. But when  we spend time alone it gives us the opportunity to know ourselves instead of shaping ourselves to the desire of others. Knowing your authentic self attracts people that want to be around you because of who you are. Know yourself…enjoy yourself…then others will, too.

About awentherapy

I am Jay Blevins, LMFT (www.awentherapy.com). I am a licensed systems therapist with a private practice in Madison, WI. While I work with individuals and partners around a wide variety of issues, my primary focus in on alternative relationship structures, alternative sex and sexuality, and power dynamics. I am a contributor to various relationship and sexuality blogs and publications and have been a frequent presenter at alternative lifestyle events and psychotherapy conferences.
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1 Response to Thought for the week.

  1. Erik Conover says:
    July 14, 2014 at 9:39 am

    This is so true. Many people cannot spend time alone. Writing is a very solitary activity, as writers we have to be alone.
    Erik
    http://erikconover.com/

    Reply

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