I know it prevents me from detaching and focusing on myself. I know all this intellectually. I am just struggling with internalizing it. Especially with everyone around me telling me how awful W is. Frankly, right now, I agree with them.
Well RAI - I feel compelled to point out you aren't helpless in this. Detachment is for your peace of mind. If your friends are telling you things that prevent you from detaching? Tell them they aren't helping you and that you want them to stop
Originally Posted By: RAI
But I feel a different imperative. I am 44 years old. I certainly don't want to rush into a new relationship, but I am also not getting any younger or more attractive (well, maybe more attractive ) I don't want to be alone forever. perhaps it is cultural. It says in the bible (Genesis 2:18) "it is not good that man is alone." I miss companionship. My male friends, G-d bless them, just don't cut it.
Oh, come on....you're a doctor for heaven's sake. You'll be fine.
) I don't want to be alone forever. perhaps it is cultural. It says in the bible (Genesis 2:18) "it is not good that man is alone." I miss companionship. My male friends, G-d bless them, just don't cut it. 