The recently ingested quote.

Tenderness awakens within the security of knowing we are thoroughly and sincerely liked by someone. The mere presence of the special someone in a crowded room brings an inward sigh of relief and a strong sense of feeling safe. The experience of a warm, caring, affective presence banishes our fears. The defense mechanisms of the impostor –sarcasm, name-dropping, self-righteousness, the need to impress others– fall away. We become more open, real, vulnerable, and affectionate. We grow tender.

– Brennan Manning

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