Those very few yards or inches
So intimate that you don’t want anyone uninvited to step “into them”
So sacred that you find yourself tight-marking them with your gait, facial expressions and eyes
So you that only a select few can be let in at arms-length, depending on the occasion, whether it calls for it, whether you both deem it okay and fine
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I call that personal space
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And issa space everybody has, by virtue of being human and alive
Perhaps, you’ve never looked really closely at it
The best way to illustrate such a space as this, I guess, is when you’re in close proximity with other people, known to you and otherwise…says at a social gathering and then, you notice there’s this small group of people chatting away in one given corner and another in a tiny circle giggling and hugging away and so on
Then, there’s you, standing by yourself in one place
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Aaaannnhhhhaaaa….are you getting the picture now, aren’t ya?
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Truth is, this space is no more 2 metres!
Yeah, that’s how tight it is
Shows you just how much work you gotta put in to break through without a sweat
That is, keeping all factors constant and stable
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Unlearn the opportunism
Which “tells you” to force your way into my space or our space
If you aren’t invited in “this space”, don’t go in
Put some respek on those metres and I’ll stay in my lane!
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Got it?
got it 🙂 personal space is very important to me as well, the body language tells a lot!
Yes, Chelf! ❤️
I couldn’t agree with you more – some people just do not seem to understand the meaning of personal space!!
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A touching article.
Aaahhhh….thank you for appreciating. ❤️??✊?
The personal space is very important to me as well, your article is Amazing . Thanks for sharing
Aaaahhhh….you’re welcome, Juna!
Everyone has a space of their own..a very personal space in which few trusted one are only welcome…
Yyyeeeaaahhhhh!
Personal space really does matter. Love the pics in the blog.
???? thank you, Kelly! ❤️
Personal space is extremely important to me. Thanks for this post.
Aaaahhhh…I’m glad to hear this, Kristina! ?❤️?✊?
Personal space is very important to me. No one should ever feel uncomfortable in their own space. Nice Post!
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Loved your take on personal space. I was never much bothered by people encroaching on my space. But it is important to figure out how others like their space kept. haha. 🙂
?? yeah! It’s very important.
Maybe is because of my culture. But I’m used to be around people that literally invade my 2 inches… I’m used to give a kiss a hand shake and a hug…. Know when it comes to my personal life….I don’t have a boundary I have a radioactive shield. And that is with the people I know…
??? well, you could be right on that!
I need my personal space. There are boundaries that I expect others to respect and generally they do, because it’s just common courtesy!
?? well, that courtesy, I guess, is extended by people who do things that are similar. Out there, in the bigger world, so many of us are yet to learn what this space actually means.
Personal space is something we always need to be aware of, even in the tightest of spaces.
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I need my personal space, so I always respect other people’s space. It should always be done.
???? how I wish everyone read this.
I don’t need a ton of personal space, but I do need some. I don’t like it when people get into my personal bubble.
???? I’m glad to hear that.
I am big on personal space. I think I even require more than the average person, especially when it comes to strangers. I wish more people would respect those types of boundaries.
???? me tooooo!
I like my personal space and I always am aware of allowing folks their space as well.
???? it’s so good to hear this.
I’m not sure if this is more of a poem or essay but it definitely evokes a lonely feeling. Thanks for sharing.
Hihi….it’s a poem….sort of. I am glad it does feel that way reading it. You are welcome, Desiree!
Having your personal space is important. I don’t like when people try to invade mine.
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I’ve always enjoyed connecting with others. I will admit sometimes you just need to keep your own distance.
Yyyeeaaahhhh….you know, there are those days where you just want to be alone….no noise or disturbance from anybody, whatsoever! How I wish we all understand and understood this.
Great post. I learnt a lot after reading it. Keep writing and keep sharing your ideas!
?? I will!
I love this! I hear you on that one – personal space is super important and should be respected by others
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Yeah, I get you. Sometimes you just want peace, be alone, no one bothering you. Sometimes it’s best to stay away.
Yyyeeeaaahhhhh…and yet, so many people just don’t seem to get this!
Personal space is important. It’s just a level of respect and humanity to let someone invite you into their space.
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