Just wrote this as a discussion post in an online class. The discussion is about Dialectics in Relationship. But what does it all mean?! I have my ideas. What are yours?
Autonomy/Connection-This dialectic influences my interpersonal climate with this person because it is one of complete autonomy, which ironically leads to a profound sense of connection. With each new and higher level of autonomy attained, the connection equally deepens.
The way I manage the dialectic in this relationship is by just allowing it to organically blossom. The less I try to make it into what I want it to be, and the more I allow it to be what it is, the more expansive and wonderous it all becomes. The seemingly mundane becomes the wildest adventure reserved for movie screens.
In all honesty, I really do think that the tensions manage themselves. I think they serve a purpose, maybe even more than one. These tensions, as they arise and are allowed to wander and expand through the many peaks and valleys, serve to awaken a new awareness. These tensions almost become like road signs leading to even greater autonomy and further deepening of that important connection.
Not so much a discussion. Just sharing and following guidelines as laid out by the instructor. We post. People comment. That's...a discussion?
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