Reaffirm our support network
The Transform phase is also an important time to review and reaffirm our personal support network of special friends. There are times when we need emotional support. If we are concerned about our ability to help, we might strengthen our own support network of friends. We should put time and effort into finding and keeping friends who make us laugh, who enjoy doing what we like to do, who take time to listen to our concerns and show faith in us.
                                                             
Who nurtures us? How do we keep these helpers close to us? Now is the time to reinvigorate our friendships and loving relationships. Now is the time to ensure that these people know of their importance to you. Find ways to strengthen these relationships. These people are your oxygen, the people who give you the capacity to journey below the surface with someone who is suffering. Thank them. Treasure them.

There will be a time that you will be in need of their understanding and compassion, just as you provide the same to Friends. Every helper needs a helper.

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Reinvigorating My Informal Support Network