Collegiality

A quick post as I attempt to get the kiddies (and then myself-yeah!) off to bed.

Today it struck me how wonderful it can be to have colleagues.  I mean real colleagues - those who know you as good and kind, who assume you are coming from a place of helpfulness and positivity.  Thus, you can have a real, joyous and fun conversation about serious events, family and not so serious stuff.  All without feeling judged, being able to be your honest self and genuine, and playful! - at work.  All these great feelings can occur while serious, significant work is being achieved.  Everyone needs the experience of being who they are at work, not some piece of yourself or some watered down version of who you are outside of work (or for some a completely different person).

Today, I feel thankful that I could be my whole self at work and that was accepted, embraced and more than good enough.  Wishing you the opportunity to be you, in all the areas of your life.  Sleep well.