An article in the Washington Post tells us are becoming a nation of homebodies. So, when I went to Winston-Salem last week to hold a seminar, it was my intention this would be my last time there in person. I would do this program remotely online in the future.

The program was lively with lots of participation by everyone. As people fully participated in give and take, I slowly realized I was not ready to say goodbye to anyone.

So, it is with me in other locations as well. While technology can replace a great deal, it is not yet a good substitute for being there, looking and listening to people face to face.

Being a full-time homebody is something I want to resist until I cannot.

While we know that being alone and feeling that way can cause serious depression, we continue to learn that it is in being with people that is perhaps the best way to fight back.

For me, the best may yet be still out there. I don't want to miss it. I can be a homebody when I have to be, not before.