The Power of Sparks in Relationships

Sparks of Recognition and Ignition

Sparks of recognition, of ignition. Not always on the first connection are they actually connected. Sometimes it takes many sparks before the connection is solid, much like the pull on a lawn mower. Several tries of sparks from both the motor and the pull or force cause the firing to actually engage for a full running connection. Once it’s completely engaged, the momentum keeps it going; no more effort required.

Similarly, like the striking of a match, at times it takes a few strokes across the surface before the friction causes the ignition of the flame. But once the flame is ignited, it can and does provide the source that can fuel or light other more solidly, less explosive connections.

In a relationship, the spark of recognition ignites other feelings, even somatic, that can either connect on another level or fizzle out. Like the match, if it doesn't connect to another source or wick, it will burn out on its own. Relationships are that way. If no further connection is made to take it to deeper or longer-lasting sources of interest or commonalities, it will burn out. Not the fault of the match or the original striker, but it does just the same.

Sparks are useful. Keep trying them until something deep and meaningful takes hold that will fuel other more meaningful and even profound relationships and events. Spread the spark.