Compatibility

I am back again with a lighter post! I had a really interesting discussion recently about relationships and compatibility that I felt deserved a space on the blog.

There is no doubt that we encounter hundreds, if not thousands, of people during each phase of life, but is growing apart just the reality of human relationships?

Think back to Kindergarten. You were most likely friends with people who were in your class at school or the kids in your neighborhood. Some of these friendships last the test of time, while others last a week. Perhaps the level of compatibility determines if relationships of any kind can survive distance or the fact that humans undoubtedly change over time. While it is unlikely the two people will evolve in the exact same way, it is possible that the trajectory turns out to be the same. While I truly believe that even the shortest of relationships and friendships serve a purpose in that specific point in time, there is something so unique and special about those people in your life who you can go a decade without seeing and pick up right where you left off. Maybe the connection is even better than what you expected.

I know I can only speak from personal experience, but I am specifically referring to the select few who can make you laugh uncontrollably - you can't even look at them without smiling. They are usually the people you don't have to think twice about calling because you know they will instantly make your day better. You never have to overthink what you say or be afraid of being your weirdest self because you know that the other person wouldn't have it any other way.

This is kind of a love letter to the people like that in my life, but also a reminder to appreciate those people who are your rocks, dancing buddies, therapists, and overall soulmates. Trust me, you know when you know.