I had a really good pastoral day yesterday. Since kids in public schools in this area had off, I had one of my monthly classes - from 9-12...we only got through 2/3rds of what I'd planned, but they were asking good questions and were invested.
Had three intense and good pastoral visits with people - over surgery, death, and theological discovery.
But, I worry. I think one of the same things that makes me a good pastor makes me a good friend. And, when I overuse my good listening and making connections muscles in my job, they're just worn out and weak when I talk with friends.
No matter how interesting, how entertaining, how close I feel to the person, I find myself distracted and not as able to make connections or listen as carefully.
I do, however, bubble over with talking about myself. And so it sometimes becomes a bit of a lopsided conversation.
I guess what I have going for me is that I'm self-aware. At least I know my tendencies.
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