The author is expressing that just as we often miss out on things, we also tend to receive what is said to us with a certain level of annoyance. People who love us and are pained when they see us in distress approach us, but we don't want to understand them. We push them away at a time when we are desperately seeking the comfort of a friend. This behavior of ours can have negative consequences on our relationships. We should learn to be more receptive and understanding of the people who care about us. Instead of brushing them aside, we should listen to what they have to say and try to see things from their perspective. By doing so, we can strengthen our bonds with them and find the support and comfort we need in difficult times.
04/10/2020