Never underestimate the value of connection. 

One of the most basic of human needs is the need to forge a deep meaningful bond that nourishes growth. It is a deep drive common to us all, so innate that even our art reflects the depth of that desire.

In fact, one of the loveliest lines ever written to a song portends, “one day, maybe If we keep searching and believing, we will find that rainbow connection of lovers, dreamers, and ourselves.”

Lyricist Eric Carmen once wrote, “All by myself, don’t want to be all by myself, anymore…”

Both are true testaments to human longing. We blossom when we bask in the sunshine of others. There is comfort when sheltering from a torrential downpour under another’s umbrella. 

When there is someone there who will cheer for you, walk beside you, and extend a hand when you stumble, you benefit.

You will  fall from time to time, the rocks of life will get slippery, and you will lose your grip. However, blessed is the person who has one to hold taut the rope.  

Establishing a dream is not easy, it takes a lot of energy and focus. Some days you will  want to fold your dream back into the fabric of life. But, blessed is the person who has  a voice of reason prodding them to hold on just a little bit longer. 

  Just a few weeks ago as I sat pondering next moves and directions my thoughts settled on connections. I told my dearest love, “You know what, I am searching for my tribe. I am looking for a team of like minded people with passion who are poised to help move each other forward with love and support.” And, I believe I will find them, because like attracts like.

I encourage you to too look for your connections (your tribe).

When you look for your tribe look for-those who seek growth.  Look for those who have their own vision but who also  seek to understand your vision. Never let another person attempt to rework your dream. Seek for those who are patient, kind, and humble. 

 Always check for rotten fruit. Do not let anyone in your circle that finds failure amusing. Rather, Seek for those who can endure with you. 

1^st Corinthians is a excellent pattern for finding the right people.

When you find them, hold on to them, and rejoice with them   

Then, remember to pay in kind what has been paid forward to you.

If perchance you can’t find them(your tribe). Then you must take up the mantle, become a beacon of light, and draw them to you. 

Perhaps it was you they were waiting for all along.

And you deserve some wind beneath your wings, don’t you agree?