I love to hear people’s stories, including and especially all the dirty, messy details. There is so much hard work and bravery that goes on behind the scenes in most people’s inner lives. Recognizing this fills everyday events with a sense of wonder and achievement, because it means knowing how intensely and beautifully complicated people are.
Sometimes folks try to hide their inner complications, feeling shame about their different-ness. To me that’s like tucking your peacock tail between your legs and pretending it’s not there.
