There is a big difference between being in the presence of someone, and actually “being present.”
Simply spending time together with someone is not the same as “being present.”
Most often we are distracted … distracted by concerns and worries! … distracted by all the pings and dings of our cellphone! … distracted.
If we want to have a solid deep relationship, it requires that we “be present.” We must show up with our whole self. Don’t keep back secret portions of your heart. Show up and be present. Listen … fully. Pay attention. Seek to understand. Engage in the relationship.
This, more than anything else, will prove that you value the other person and truly care about them.
Be present.
