We all have routines, traditions, and practices we follow. A ritual, however, usually has a religious and solemn connotation, expressing the gravity of its importance to uphold. It is my belief, however, that the value of rituals would be far more powerful if we saw them as opportunities to learn, reflect, and build authentic community, rather than obligations.

Without realizing it, we are void of truly curious people in our lives and miss out on the ability to explore ourselves as a result. Building the skill of curiosity begins with the questions we deliberately ask ourselves. It is through this exploration that we naturally grow interest in others as well.

Relationships are fundamental to our growth as humans. They can be incredibly rewarding and also incredibly difficult. The amount of fulfillment depends on the energy we give to their development, as well as the energy we choose to not give.