rapprochement vs. encroachment
rapprochement (noun) – an establishment or reestablishment of harmonious relations
encroachment (noun) – an act or instance of advancing beyond proper, established, or usual limits; trespassing
Being in tune vs. out of touch
Are you establishing harmony?
It may not always be much
Build your symphony.
Being a solo artist can get old.
Resisting many urges to fold.
Remembering to be bold.
More warmth, less cold.
Consider the emphasis in the first definition above on also being able to reestablish or restore harmonious relations. How often do we lose sight of this opportunity? We may stick to an old tune that does not harmonize well with all that surrounds us. Can we control the things we should be harmonizing with, or can we change our own tune to better flow and vibe with everything else? What new tune best harmonizes you soon?
Only by learning to live in harmony with your contradictions can you keep it all afloat.
-Audre Lorde
Are you encroaching on your own existence?
Do you encroach on others,
stepping on or in their lanes,
without invitation or permission?
How has that worked out for you?
Is it time to try something new by changing your tune to bring harmony finally?
Rapprochement.
Recommendation.
What will you lose?
Maybe it is wise. Maybe it is dumb. Time will tell.