What you need

[netpositive]

The thing I admired most about you was
how strong and independent you were.
-a friend

Er, I think it was a compliment...
It's often hard to admit needs. Deeper being harder.
There are needs I have on a regular basis.
Ignoring them does not make them go away.
Meeting them once does not make them stop.

Sometimes strength is not lashing out in weakness.
Sometimes concern for others is demonstrated by
becoming fully ready and capable in oneself first.
I do care how others feel. Would you rather I did not?
You may ask what I think, but I may not always tell you.
Sometimes words just aren't enough - it's what one does.

I am quite grateful to those who care for me in turn.

Just for today, I will respond with compassion
to any anger or frustration.

Just for today, I will accept all that I am.