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I always loved Christmas as a kid and I especially appreciate what it represents as a believer in Jesus. I don’t know what your holidays hold this year but I hope you enjoy your time, I hope it brings you some cheer, and I hope you know you are loved❤️. Merry Christmas 🥳❤️🎄

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A post by @yourprouddad on TikTok caption: You Love “Too Hard” Whenever I’ve heard other people say this, or I’ve thought it of myself, it’s usually following a tough break in a relationship.⁣ ⁣ In my experience, the times when I’ve felt like I’ve “loved too hard” were times when I overextended myself too early in a relationship. When I sought to establish intimacy too quickly in order to feign (fight off or prevent) rejection.⁣ ⁣ I would often (and sometimes still do) engage in a variety of actions, like love bombing, manipulation, oversharing, etc. Although I was aware of what I hoped to gain from my actions, I rarely felt I knew the reasons below the surface.⁣ ⁣ Since then, I have come to a greater understanding of my “why,” and maybe you can relate to this. I’ve loved “too hard” because:⁣ • I was afraid of rejection/I’ve experienced hurt in the past.⁣ • I was afraid of general loss. (I’ve moved around so often that it’s hard to feel secure in my relationships.)⁣ • I wanted to speed up the bonding process.⁣ • I was not confident in God’s ability to provide friends and companionship for me.⁣ • I was not content with the existing relationships in my life.⁣ ⁣ It took time to examine my own actions, and I couldn’t do it alone. My revelations came from prayer to God, the critiques of close friends, and the advice of family. Speaking of “critique,” it’s not an easy decision choosing NOT to be offended.⁣ ⁣ Even though I’ve still got a lot of work to do, the benefits of examining my own actions have produced better character within me. Nowadays, I am more patient and trusting of the “friend-making” process, and I am a little bit better at facing rejection without internalizing it. I am also more willing to let a friendship naturally develop (or not) than I used to be. So think about this question: Are you ‘loving too hard’, or just moving too quickly?

You Love “Too Hard” Whenever I’ve heard other people say this, or I’ve thought it of myself, it’s usually following a tough break in a relationship.⁣ ⁣ In my experience, the times when I’ve felt like I’ve “loved too hard” were times when I overextended myself too early in a relationship. When I sought to establish intimacy too quickly in order to feign (fight off or prevent) rejection.⁣ ⁣ I would often (and sometimes still do) engage in a variety of actions, like love bombing, manipulation, oversharing, etc. Although I was aware of what I hoped to gain from my actions, I rarely felt I knew the reasons below the surface.⁣ ⁣ Since then, I have come to a greater understanding of my “why,” and maybe you can relate to this. I’ve loved “too hard” because:⁣ • I was afraid of rejection/I’ve experienced hurt in the past.⁣ • I was afraid of general loss. (I’ve moved around so often that it’s hard to feel secure in my relationships.)⁣ • I wanted to speed up the bonding process.⁣ • I was not confident in God’s ability to provide friends and companionship for me.⁣ • I was not content with the existing relationships in my life.⁣ ⁣ It took time to examine my own actions, and I couldn’t do it alone. My revelations came from prayer to God, the critiques of close friends, and the advice of family. Speaking of “critique,” it’s not an easy decision choosing NOT to be offended.⁣ ⁣ Even though I’ve still got a lot of work to do, the benefits of examining my own actions have produced better character within me. Nowadays, I am more patient and trusting of the “friend-making” process, and I am a little bit better at facing rejection without internalizing it. I am also more willing to let a friendship naturally develop (or not) than I used to be. So think about this question: Are you ‘loving too hard’, or just moving too quickly?

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sorry, fam we’ve got plenty of leftovers😂

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Salt lake city target fashion show.

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A post by @yourprouddad on TikTok caption: Every year I am reminded of the incredible blessing that it is to steward this community. I am continually humbled through the perspective of the many challenges you all face. But I am also so encouraged by the love you shower on me. Thank you for making this Thanksgiving like the last three Thanksgiving’s one to remember and certainly one that reminds me how grateful I am for you, and God for blessing me to have you in my life. Enjoy your day today, I love you, God loves you, and Happy Thanksgiving. Love, Your Proud Dad ❤️

Every year I am reminded of the incredible blessing that it is to steward this community. I am continually humbled through the perspective of the many challenges you all face. But I am also so encouraged by the love you shower on me. Thank you for making this Thanksgiving like the last three Thanksgiving’s one to remember and certainly one that reminds me how grateful I am for you, and God for blessing me to have you in my life. Enjoy your day today, I love you, God loves you, and Happy Thanksgiving. Love, Your Proud Dad ❤️

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I’ll see you tomorrow for Thanksgiving! We may be playing the Wicked sountrack the whole time 😂

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I hope despite everything, that you still enjoy the holiday season ❤️

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A post by @yourprouddad on TikTok caption: Have you ever gone “No Contact”? Are you ready to forgive? Why or why not? God offers forgiveness, it’s tough but so worth it!

Have you ever gone “No Contact”? Are you ready to forgive? Why or why not? God offers forgiveness, it’s tough but so worth it!

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How to donate for fires in California! #greenscreen

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YOOOOO I HOPE YOU HAVE AN INCREDIBLE WEEKEND🥳❤️

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A post by @yourprouddad on TikTok caption: Sometimes people you love and care for and admire very much become unpredictable. They’re engaged one day and distant the next. How you respond to this can hurt or help the situation. If you’re someone like me who prefers consistency you may want to jump right in to try and regain some sense of control but that’s only a recipe for disaster. In my experience, you’ll only find that the person you want so badly to stick around moves further and further away as they perceive your well-intentioned efforts as pressure. Instead, take a deep breath, go for a walk and collect your thoughts. Talk to God in this time. Just vent to him. Let your brain catch up to your body. Then, when you’re ready, try to approach the conversation from a neutral platform focusing on your feelings rather than their actions. Ask questions, and just listen. And if they need time and aren’t ready for the conversation, (I find), one of the hardest things you’ll have to do… is just be patient.

Sometimes people you love and care for and admire very much become unpredictable. They’re engaged one day and distant the next. How you respond to this can hurt or help the situation. If you’re someone like me who prefers consistency you may want to jump right in to try and regain some sense of control but that’s only a recipe for disaster. In my experience, you’ll only find that the person you want so badly to stick around moves further and further away as they perceive your well-intentioned efforts as pressure. Instead, take a deep breath, go for a walk and collect your thoughts. Talk to God in this time. Just vent to him. Let your brain catch up to your body. Then, when you’re ready, try to approach the conversation from a neutral platform focusing on your feelings rather than their actions. Ask questions, and just listen. And if they need time and aren’t ready for the conversation, (I find), one of the hardest things you’ll have to do… is just be patient.

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