R.A.D.I.C.A.L. Thoughts

"At all costs, you mustn't withdraw because a marriage has failed. During that time of stress you need friends and family as never before, and if you let them nurse you for a while, you will find your ability to love returning."
'The Friendship Factor by Alan McGinnis

I love the picture on this blog. These are some R.A.D.I.C.A.L. Women I know (and love) ... all women who are recently divorced or going through the process of divorce. You wouldn't know it by their faces. They have all probably done more crying than laughing the last few months. But look at their faces in this picture. The are in a R.A.D.I.C.A.L. group. They are encouraging each other. They are sharing both the laughter and the tears. They are supporting each other through the divorce storm. And they are rediscovering joy and companionship on a new level in the process. Adversity has a way of making us bond with others who are struggling with the same issues we are facing. But we need to not just support each other in complaining and whining and moaning and groaning (which can sometimes very be helpful!); but we must keep each other pointed in the right direction. We must give the "Atta Girl!" We must say, "You can do this ... we will help!" We must pick each other up, dust each other off and say, "You are strong and worthy! Get back out there!" That's why it's so important to find a group of women with whom you can go through this journey. We need each other, especially now. It's worth so much just to laugh again ... especially with women who know how much you've been crying. Get together with a friend today! Do something fun! Laugh! Cry! Share! It will do you both good.

Go to www.radicalwomennetwork.com and join. Then start a group in your area. It will really help. I can send you a guide to get started. Just let me know how I can help.

"A true friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need."
Proverbs 17:17 (The Living Bible)