My sister weighed in with real talk last night.

“You’re only comfortable being alone when you feel great about yourself. You go on a social tear when you’re not feeling 100%.”

Oof. True. I’ve taken three solo trips and many quiet weekends at home this summer. The time to myself has been nourishing.

That observation from her landed hard. I felt seen. Swinging between socializing and “me time” based on my level of internal steadiness has been one of my patterns. God bless self awareness.

When was the last time someone made a true observation about you? Did it change the way you thought or acted? When was the last time you made an observation about someone else? When done kindly, true observations are like quick therapy sessions. Try it.