He worked all the time and so did I, we let the stress of money and success overwhelm us (Album Page 27). The people we said we would keep in touch with, we didn't. It was difficult for us to accept the affection of others. Mitch understood, speaking with Morrie, that you have to welcome the affections of others, especially those of the family, and treasure the moments you spend together (Album Page 93). Mitch puts himself in Morrie's position and wonders, since he didn't let others into his life, whether he could maintain his composure as well as Morrie did (Album 92). Having a connection that allows you to be at peace with yourself is a reliable resource, it will help you in the difficult moments that await you in your life. Mitch was not very good at connecting with people and showing his feelings towards others (Album Page 34). When he reconnected with Morrie that's when he began to understand the importance of those connections. Morrie told Mitch that he was like a son to him and Mitch finally accepted someone loving and caring (Album Page