I prefer heartfelt dialogue, open and spontaneous sharing, being present and responsive, mutual support, intimacy, active listening, appreciative inquiry, peer learning, dreaming, co-creating, collaborating, exploring ideas, clarifying insights, joint political action, and deep community, with nonjudgmental respect — whether online, the phone, Zoom, or in person. In short, I prefer holistic mutuality. 

However, I don’t need it; it’s not necessary. I can manage by myself, alone but not lonely. I can commune with Mother Nature, love the universe, feel the life force, appreciate unity and inter-connectedness, meditate, enjoy music, reflect, breathe, exercise, listen to podcasts, read, write, research

 new ideas, and share my discoveries on the Compassionate Humanity Community website. In short, I can engage in holistic solitude.

On occasion, I’m willing to tell and listen to stories, complain, discuss sports, entertainment, or the weather, enjoy each other’s company, and maybe even gossip. In short, I sometimes engage in small talk, but I prefer holistic mutuality.