Last Thought

Well, you did it. You got to the end, and you know more about how you can create belonging. I hope you’re inspired. Very few people take the time to learn what you’ve just read. I think even fewer take a risk to use these ideas to connect to others and create “3 a.m. friends.” If you do this, then you have my respect indeed. It won’t always be fun. People won’t always like you. You may feel silly many times. It is how the best parts of our lives are created.

Please remember that this book is offered as an inspiration with principles you can apply or refine when you are ready. It is no more than that. Your community can be great if it is growing members to be more generous, healthy, and supportive without matching each page I’ve shared. ...

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