Allowing Yourself to be Cared For: Autonomy, Interdependence and Interrelationship — Pamphlet to Download

Q: Am I willing to offer assistance as part of my religious community serving its members? Am I equally willing to graciously accept the help of others?
PYM Faith and Practice, 2002

We live in a society that promotes independence and self-reliance. Friends may find themselves better prepared to offer care than to receive it. We may be compassionate when others have needs, but how willing are we to accept our interdependent natures when it comes to our own needs? This tool offers tips for finding peace with being cared for, and lists a number of resources for further reading and exploration.

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