I ran into a couple I’ve known for many years, though not very closely. One of them I’ve worked with professionally. They’re now retired, but each time I see them, they show up with such kindness, attentiveness, and dignity. Their presence is not loud or demanding—it’s real. Sometimes it’s just a look, but I feel seen. That’s all it takes to model what true presence looks like. It doesn’t require much time—just intention. A few seconds of attention can change everything.