Restoration Through LifeWalking

We have all been in relationships, with both family and friends, which have become estranged. Sometimes there is a clear and defined cause for the estrangement. Often, there is no apparent reason for the rift. However, the tension that can be felt between the two of you every time you meet or speak is obvious. For me, it is that building tension that causes me to seek a solution to whatever caused the estrangement. I hate conflict and I love relationships so it is always in my best interest to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Maybe you feel the same way.

I have found that LifeWalking can be a powerful means to resolve estrangements. LifeWalking is, first and foremost, a relational process. It forces you to engage the relationship even when it is difficult or uncomfortable. LifeWalking also requires processing and as such can be used to process whatever it is that caused your estrangement. Finally, LifeWalking requires a move-forward solution. By choosing to LifeWalk with someone, you can move past whatever caused the estrangement.

I found myself to be estranged from a good friend. I approached her about the possibility of LifeWalking to get our relationship back on track and she agreed. It was wonderful to meet and talk regularly. We were able to talk through our issues. We were bonded by our shared goal of finding move-forward solutions for our conflicts. Finally, we were able to move past the drama, understand each other better, and move-forward in a more positive way in our relationship. We are now better friends than we ever were before this conflict.

Do you find yourself estranged from a friend or family member? Do you think LifeWalking could be a good solution for you?