The Joys of Being Pure At Heart

I did something different today for my morning group. We went to the park. The content remained similar to most groups but the process was so different. We used the last 15 minutes playing on the swings, climbing the monkey bars and sliding down the slides. In a way it was completely unconventional from any other type of therapy I usually do. As I sat swaying back and forth on the swings it triggered a happiness long forgotten. I watched the teens jump around, climb, chase and laugh hysterically. It was probably one of the most beautiful moments I have ever seen. to experience these teen who are in crisis, abused, neglected, put down, thrown away and hopeless come alive in such a spontaneous way was incredible. I know it is easy to imagine such resilience but witnessing their inner child so carefree and full of joy come alive in the face of interpersonal pain gives hope to anything. I appreciate them for showing me this.