I have been thinking a lot about personalities and relationships. I heard of a good book about that very topic. I need to get it and read it.
My personality is very outgoing. Neither of my daughters are that way and it has been hard to relate to them sometimes. Haylee is a complete introvert. She is very smart and often feels awkward in social situations. That causes her some social anxiety and makes everything worse. She has a few good friends but not a best friend and none that she sees more than once a week if she isn’t in school. She prefers to be in her room alone at home. She is kind, obedient, a little fiesty but that is usually manifests itself because of her anxiety. She can’t handle being around a lot of people for a long period of time. She needs her space. Total opposite of me. She feels everything very deeply. She tries to take care of everyone but never lets her own needs be known. I am a teller of all feelings, thoughts, ideas etc....
Sierra likes her alone time too. She is more outgoing than Haylee but still an introvert. Having EDS has changed her. Some good, some bad. She is equal parts more and less empathetic. She can’t stand dramatic people. She feels empathy for those who feel pain but not if they seem to be exaggerating. She is confident. I am confident in who I am overall. Sierra is stronger than any of us.
HD is like me in most ways. He is outgoing, never meets a stranger and doesn’t get too phased by others and their actions. He is confident and has a positive outlook on life. It is easy for me to relate to him because we are so alike.
It is interesting how our personalities have shaped our relationships with each other. Despite our differences I am very close to each of the kids individually. I am so thankful Heavenly Father gave them to me!!
