DRAFT

HEAR the HEART

A few years ago, as I was leading a grief support group, I made the statement that "we all need someone who will listen to us". I thought it was a true statement, and had been saying it for years. We need someone who will listen to our grief, our stories, and our memories.
A young man in the group replied "that's right Bob, we do need someone to listen to us...but we also need someone who will HEAR us"!
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As I was driving home, I was reflecting upon what he said. He was right!! We LISTEN with our ears. Often the words may come in 1 ear and go out the other ear...but we listened.
But we HEAR with our HEART! In fact, you cannot spell the word HEART until you spell the word HEAR first.

​Grievers need someone who will hear the words and feelings of their heart. It requires full attention from someone who wants to be "present" with them. It is an investment of time and attention to "HEAR the HEART". But, it is an act of care and compassion.
Be aware of this...you may meet several people who LISTEN to your words before you find the one who HEARS you. Do not give up. Keep seeking that safe person who will HEAR the feelings and emotions of your heart and guide you to mourn. Perhaps it will be someone who has experienced a similar painful loss. It will be a blessing for both of you.
Thank you for following these articles. Share them with someone who needs to hear these words. God bless you 🙏⚘🙏⚘
Bob Willis, author
"A Guide for Grievers"
"JESUS: The CRUCIFIED CAREGIVER"