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Dear Friends, It’s been hot lately. And while I love idyllic lazy sun-drenched days filled with fun and friends, heat isn’t always so pleasant. So then I think of the more negative associations of heat—being hot-headed/hot-tempered, having heated emotions or a heated response—and listen y’all, I get it. When I’m physically uncomfortable due to the heat, I am absolutely quicker to feel frustration and other emotions that exist in friction or tension. So here’s a hot take—we could all just, like, chill out, bruhhh. Because it’s so easy to react, right? Especially once we’ve gotten activated, our systems have us convinced that we’re fighting for our lives—and sure, sometimes maybe we are. But most of the time, I’m betting it’s not a life or death situation. It’s probably closer to “why haven’t you emptied the dishwasher when I’ve been asking you for days” or “I’m upset because you drank the last cold soda, even though you did not know that I had been really looking forward to it.” I wonder if there are ways we can pause, take a breath, and choose to cool down. Can we hold boundaries firmly but kindly? Can we face setbacks with grace and understanding? Can we offer each other a little more grace? I wonder what we can accomplish together when we stop adding gas to the fire.
Dear Friends, I’ve been reflecting recently on how vital “ third spaces” are in fostering community. These special places—that are not home or work—are where we meet up with friends, encounter strangers, and strike up conversations. They provide opportunities for us to both learn about ourselves and about others. The Beacon Hill Friends House is one of those third spaces where community feels tangible. It’s a place where our residents can feel held as they grow into themselves. It’s a place where people come once a month to be supported in their grief. And a place where many groups of people gather to plan and advocate for the future that we so deeply seek. Our beloved House is intentional about creating spaces where magic can happen as we knit ourselves together. We are just $10,000 away from our Annual Fund goal. Will you join me in supporting the Beacon Hill Friends House before June 30? Your gift of any amount will be deeply appreciated.
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Dear Friends, It’s been hot lately. And while I love idyllic lazy sun-drenched days filled with fun and friends, heat isn’t always so pleasant. So then I think of the more negative associations of heat—being hot-headed/hot-tempered, having heated emotions or a heated response—and listen y’all, I get it. When I’m physically uncomfortable due to the heat, I am absolutely quicker to feel frustration and other emotions that exist in friction or tension. So here’s a hot take—we could all just, like, chill out, bruhhh. Because it’s so easy to react, right? Especially once we’ve gotten activated, our systems have us convinced that we’re fighting for our lives—and sure, sometimes maybe we are. But most of the time, I’m betting it’s not a life or death situation. It’s probably closer to “why haven’t you emptied the dishwasher when I’ve been asking you for days” or “I’m upset because you drank the last cold soda, even though you did not know that I had been really looking forward to it.” I wonder if there are ways we can pause, take a breath, and choose to cool down. Can we hold boundaries firmly but kindly? Can we face setbacks with grace and understanding? Can we offer each other a little more grace? I wonder what we can accomplish together when we stop adding gas to the fire.
Dear Friends, I’ve been reflecting recently on how vital “ third spaces” are in fostering community. These special places—that are not home or work—are where we meet up with friends, encounter strangers, and strike up conversations. They provide opportunities for us to both learn about ourselves and about others. The Beacon Hill Friends House is one of those third spaces where community feels tangible. It’s a place where our residents can feel held as they grow into themselves. It’s a place where people come once a month to be supported in their grief. And a place where many groups of people gather to plan and advocate for the future that we so deeply seek. Our beloved House is intentional about creating spaces where magic can happen as we knit ourselves together. We are just $10,000 away from our Annual Fund goal. Will you join me in supporting the Beacon Hill Friends House before June 30? Your gift of any amount will be deeply appreciated.