The power of being present - learning how to listen.

Time: 10:10 am
Weather: Gloriously sunny
Music: Les Larmes Radio (Pandora)
Mood: Optimistic
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Goal:
     To set up a short period of time (30 min to 60 min) to meet up with friends/new acquaintances to listen and be present to them as they tell me about their joys, dissapointments, goals, personal and professional life and everything in between while on a walk.

Introduction:
     After finding myself at a loss and disatisfied with continually introspecting I decided to look out and see how I can be of assistance to others. Each of us have gifts and should use them in order to serve others. I'm good at listening but I want to become better and gain some much needed perspective into the lives of others. This I hope will aid me in listening better and give others the ability to let ideas/thoughts/joys/frustrations out and have someone just listen.

    My intent is not to give advice or be preceived to have all the answers. I merely would like to hear more about you and see where you're at in life. Even if we run out of things to discuss merely to enjoy the walk and become more comfortable with silence. I believe a non-associated third party just listening and discussing (if you so choose) would be of great benefit. I often find that an outisde point of view or even just someone to discuss things with is refreshing and revitalizing.

   As an added incentive for helping me with learning how to listen better i'll buy you a cup of coffee/tea! I hope to schedule these walks for Saturday or Sunday mornings at Lake Calhoun.

Just message me via Facebook if you're interested!! Please refer friends as well!
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