One of the many benefits when I walk with a friend, in this case, a neighbor, is that our friendship deepens. There is nothing to do but talk while we walk. Inevitably we talk about ourselves, our families, and our pet-peeves. Profound healing comes from Talk Therapy, and in this case, it's all free.
Talking and walking with a caring friend clears the cob webs in my brain and my heart. Humor is mixed with all the "what if's", exaggerations of everyday life situations bring on a good dose of laughter--that has tremendous healing power.
Sharing my thoughts of my future and what I might want to venture into with a friend as a sounding board validates "me" as a human with a heart and a brain. There are no down sides to walking with a friend.
This coming Saturday, unlike last Saturday, we have already planned our route. It will be exactly 16 miles and I am going to wear my Sketchers this time. Someday soon I will walk to talk about more on my lupus and share some of my past as well. Stay tuned!
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