There’s only one real way to grow.
Show up.
Social media allows us to exist and connect in a world that allows us to keep up the appearance that we’re “there.” We can express interest, comment with our feedback, share an opinion, ask for feedback…
We can even peek into the lives of those who share “Live” events.
It’s convenient, and it feels like a good happy medium for us in a busy world.
Connecting online in this way, allows us to believe that we’re on the road to building a new relationship.
And, for a while, we are.
People will respond to our ideas, they will engage and share and help us find what we need.
But this only lasts for a while. It’s like a social media bubble.
Computers allow us to feel like we’re connected. But showing up actually connects us.
The bubble eventually will pop, and the relationship will feel empty because it was not based on the real, face-to-face human connection.
People seem to expect more from an online connection when they have never met the person in real life.
If you really want to make an impact, show up. Ask in person, give your time.
It’s the most precious thing we have, and it’s the most appreciated gift we can give.
Care about all of the people, by caring enough to show up.
This is when we are truly connected. This is when we’re going to grow.
And, when someone takes the time to show up, appreciate them. Because this is becoming harder and harder for people to do.
If they don’t show up for you, consider showing up for them.
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