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Relationships
(n.)
The pull toward a community where the self feels most at home, through shared affinity rather than geographical proximity.
In every new city, his welonging always steered him straight to the local jiu-jitsu club.
Does it ring true?
From the future, or already here?
Said wee-longing, one sound away from belonging. “We” was once built upon family, location, faith; now it’s more elective, forming through run clubs, fandoms, and dinner gatherings. The value of these spaces hinges on one important decision: choosing to show up.
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