Creating an ability to connect.

When we maintain a connection to our innermost self, we forge a deeper connection to our friends. Even if we don't like someone, we will be able to tolerate him more.  Our feeling of ta'anug will give us more ability to connect.

from the book, "Getting to know your soul" by the author of Bilvavi Miskan Evneh.

One of the benefits of joining OA is the focus on developing a connection with my innermost self.  While this is a goal that I am working on, I remember that we seek "progress not perfection".