Inspired by Life Lessons and Henri Nouwen
The Paradox of Closeness 6.24.20
Getting close feels good
Feeding our curiosity
Engaging our intellect
Nurturing our need for control
A teacher with children
Is a mother first
Loving and protecting
And loses objectivity
A preacher with children
Is a dad first
Loving and disciplining
And loses empathy
A banker with children
Is a parent first
Loving and encouraging
And loses fiscal restraint
Closeness is needed
But closeness can blind
Pretending to be far
Is a difficult but valuable skill
