Support vs Supportive

What does that mean to you: corset, girdle, shapewear? Does that mean a monthly check from the government, your sugar mama, sugar daddy, trust fund to maintain: home, dog, cat, kids, spouse, partner? Does that mean throwing money at it and the problem, concern, annoyance will correct itself? Uh, no! There are humans in your life that you need to change from the support to supportive columns and vice versa. This change starts with the person in the mirror.

Have you stayed in bed for an extra hour to enjoy the silence? Have you finally opened one of the books that you bought last week and started to read it?Have you eaten lunch at your favorite restaurant? Gone to a movie or theater matinee? Met up with your squad to catch up and laugh? Actively support yourself.

Yes, you can get food from a drive-thru and it will alleviate your hunger, keep the kids happy and quiet, but eating in your vehicle has become a habit instead of a treat. Take a breath, get some rest and double check everyone’s schedule. You have a kitchen, a table and maybe a dining room table. Have a family meeting and everyone is going to make their Mobile Meal. They made it themselves and it’s in the cooler ready to eat with beverages too. It makes the crazed selections of restaurant and food choices go back to being a luxury. The running around to sporting events and music rehearsals etc is now a supportive experience.

There are plenty of people in this world that need money. Money keeps the lights on and the pantry maintained but they might also need your voice. Using your phone for its original invented purpose will give someone a smile for as many minutes as you like. If calling isn’t for you, text them with words and emojis. Ask them complex questions, to illicit responses. Your support may seem minimal, but your effort will be a positive for that individual.