Everybody knows the song. The classic, Pink Floyd staple. I heard this on my way to run some errands tonight and I thought about how easy it is to blank out and become comfortably numb. It takes no effort to float along in life, to skim on the surface and put everything on cruise control. Why is that? Is it just because it's the path of least resistance? Are there environmental factors that lead to us checking out? Technological dependence for one. Smart phones and constant contact create such ridiculous distractions. Or is it because our basic human nature is to shy away from the mirror of life, and to keep from digging too deep into ourselves?
Digging deep takes courage. And effort. It requires humbling oneself to evaluate and dissect the imperfections within. It means we have to be willing to admit our weaknesses, our struggles, our failures. It leads to reflection, and it always brings me to my knees.
Everyone needs a friend who can hold the mirror up. Being able to be open and vulnerable and having an established trust with someone who can provide help and encouragement is scary. But sometimes we need that friend who will see the ugly parts and lovingly work through things with us.
How do you keep yourself grounded? Plugged in? Focused?
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