It’s been said that people are lonely because they build walls instead of bridges. How true!

Most people tend to be a little selfish. It’s human nature to “look out for number one,” to put your own needs and desires before the needs of others. It’s easy enough to get caught up in your own life and problems, but when you do that,you’re creating a bigger problem by closing yourself off to many wonderful things in life and many wonderful people.

When you build bridges by reaching out to and connecting with others, it may add a few problems and complications, but it’s worth the trouble because it also brings warmth, friendship, love, and other blessings into your life. It is a matter of give and take, and it does require some effort, patience, and perseverance. The bridge doesn’t build itself, and sometimes others aren’t so keen at first to see you building in their direction. But if everyone got stuck in the me-first mentality and built nothing but walls, the world would be a terribly lonely place.

Building a bridge begins with a prayer for love and understanding and for Me to help you change in other areas as needed. When you begin to think in terms of what others want and need, the framework is in place. Then that bridge grows a little stronger each time you give of yourself to that hard-to-reach person. It might take a little courage to cross that bridge the first time, when you’re not sure how well it’s going to hold or how you’ll be received on the otherside, but you’ll be glad you did. I will bless every unselfish act, and honor every step you take to reach out to another.