Feeling Understood
I felt relieved and justified in my concern after reading Jane’s insight. Having someone who understood why I couldn’t simply end the odd interaction was reassuring. She reassured me, “I don’t think you’re overreacting,” and I nodded in agreement. Her faith in my instincts inspired me to continue asking questions since I knew I wasn’t dreaming. It was comforting to know that someone else also recognized the truths that were hiding just beneath the surface.

Feeling Understood
Giving Space But Wondering
Jane and I decided to give Lisa and Mark some space for the time being, but we couldn’t stop wondering. We exchanged theories in an attempt to identify the cause of their strange behavior. The mystery remained unsolved as nothing seemed to fit. “This will be resolved,” Jane told me. The companionship in our conversations made the uncertainty more tolerable even if we weren’t any closer to answers.

Giving Space But Wondering