A Shared Ritual

Jamie Douraghy

On a Sunday morning at LACMA,  this couple caught my attention as they quietly shared a moment together. From what I observed, they shared a rhythm and  a connection that only comes from doing something together for an extended period of time, almost like ritual.

It was less about being in the moment and more about creating the moment together. There was a comfort and ease in the way they sat next to one another, and from time to time, one of them would quietly interrupt to discuss something of particular interest.

Here are some ideas on how to create positive rituals with others:

Discuss upfront why it's important  and why you are committing to do this together.

Join your vision with your passion(s)

Create a comfortable space 

Have some flexibility.

Agree that all of you will put  in the time to make this happen, as establishing a rhythm that develops into a ritual, won't happen by itself!

 What rhythm of positive routines have you committed to with another person and what's been the result over time?​