Only a small few can hold the gate open...

There is often someone running away from a beautiful love connection, but it's seldom the brave one. The brave one is usually the one left behind. It seems counter-intuituve to romantics and those who feel ready to partner when someone walks away. But some people can only handle a half-love because a whole love shines a light on their dark places. Real intimacy requires real presence. If someone isn't ready to be tuly here on an individual level, they will find it very difficult to manage all the triggers that come up in connection. Only a small few can hold the gate open when profound love enters. A blessed and courageous few. - Jeff Brown, Spiritual Graffiti