Thanks so much for sharing these words of wisdom and personal experience @jackmiller. I needed to read them TODAY as I have been dealing with the same dilemma. I'd love the person I have in mind to dig a little deeper and find the courage to do a little soul searching in order to find their true potential.

It can be so frustrating to witness someone close to you retreat into themselves and stagnate with their stubbornness. I agree with @ryivhnn's viewpoints as well and I have come to the conclusion that I am not the person to 'rescue' the person who has convinced themselves that nothing can or should be done to change the status Quo.

Your words, "those of us who do not need a "safe space" around us 24 hours per day are not welcome in any way among those who do." are profound and revealing.

Blessings! 🌸 💐 🌸