Strangers can be best friends, just as easy as best friends and family can become strangers. ~
Anonymous
We all would love supportive family and friends. But, let’s
face it, we all are not privileged to have them. (The Hate is Real!) For a
long time I couldn’t understand that because I’m a big supporter of others, be
it family, friends, and/or strangers. I don’t always receive the same level of
support I give. While, I don’t let that stop my shine, I felt it to be
disappointing. It did teach me that, everybody will not celebrate with you at
every stage or at any stage in your life. It has nothing to do with you. When I
truly grasped and understood that concept, I was able to dismiss it and keep it
moving. And, have been moving ever since. (Ha!)
Now, I’m at a stage in my life, excuse me if I’m being blunt
BUT I don’t care if you support me or not. I’m going to do what I enjoy doing
and what makes me happy as long as it’s not detrimental to me or that of
others.
Don’t get me wrong, I love when people support me, BUT, if you
don’t it doesn’t stop the process of my flow. I’ve learned that some people can’t
support you because they themselves are not together therefore they can’t
celebrate you. Sometimes your light shining makes others uncomfortable. It
forces them to evaluate themselves. Oh well, SHINE BRIGHT!
That is where joining support groups come into play. Social
Media offers a ton of groups with people in your niche and find themselves in
the same situation as you do. These are people that are genuine and are looking
for encouragement and/or motivation to continue moving forward, just like you.
Joining support groups is an excellent opportunity to receive
the support you so eagerly seek from family and friends. Although, it doesn’t
take the place of loved ones support it does offer the opportunity to meet new
people. People that are seeking the same support you are.
I love the opportunity to meet new people, people that I can
network with, support, and possibly build friendships with. These are people
from all over the world. People that genuinely have your best interest at
heart.
Here are 3 reasons I believe joining Facebook groups are good
for people that finds themselves in a position of not being supported by family
and friends.
1.
Support – I’ve found that the groups on Facebook
offers just that, support. For some this makes a world of difference. Having
someone that believes in your mission and cheers you on is a motivator to
continue moving forward.
2.
Similar Goals – When we connect on Facebook, we
have the opportunity to find others that share similar goals. This is an
opportunity to gain ideas. A perfect way to see what is or what may not be
working for you or them.
3.
Networking Opportunities – In joining Facebook
groups we have networking opportunities that we may not otherwise have. We gain
knowledge on topics that may not be available elsewhere. There’s knowledge on
available jobs, training and/or contact information for businesses we may be
looking for. This is a chance to connect with people worldwide.
Since I’ve joined some of the new Facebook groups, I’ve
learned a wealth of information. From, available side-hustle jobs to connecting
with people from different backgrounds, I’ve gained an insight whereas I
wouldn’t have had, had I not joined. I’ve found these groups to be genuine.
I’ve also found them to be blunt but truthful when you ask questions about
something or requested feedback on.
With that said, it is my opinion that, if you find yourself in
the position of not having the support from family and/or friends you think you
deserve, try searching Facebook groups that fits your niche. Ask to join them.
And, be on your way to not only receiving support but also being supportive of people
that may be feeling the same as you.
Let’s Chat:
Are you supportive of your family and friends?
Do you belong to any Facebook groups?
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