So beautifully written. I am inspired to slow down and absorb my surroundings fully and without thoughts to cloud the moments. Thank you for writing that.
I am so glad it gave you permission to pause, Bituin. There is so much magic waiting for us in the spaces between our thoughts. Enjoy the stillness. PS. I have missed you!
Thank you Nikyla! So needed to read this. I stood outside today with my three months old daughter against my belly. We marvelled at the first cherry blossom in our backyard. Since my daughter was in my belly, I started talking to the trees in my backyard. And through those conversations, they became friends. And teachers.
Rien, what a stunning image, standing with your daughter and your tree teachers. She is learning the language of the Earth through you. That is such a beautiful gift to give her.
Presence of the highest order happens the moment we stop pretending things are permanent. That ache in the chest when looking at the tulips is just the feeling of being truly awake. Thank you for the reminder that we don't have to manage the future to be fully alive in the morning.
Dominique, 'we don’t have to manage the future to be fully alive' yes. You captured that perfectly. That ache is exactly what it feels like to be awake to the world. Thank you for that reflection.
Ohhhh this was gorgeous!! I felt it deep in my soul...the ache of the beauty and despair all at once. Recognizing and taking the time to appreciate the beauty, wherever we can find a little piece of it, is how we will survive whatever comes next 🖤
The 'ache of beauty and despair' is such a potent place to live right now, Violet. You’re right, finding those pieces of beauty isn't just a luxury; it’s a survival strategy. 🖤
This is so deep Nikyla. The Earth is showing us early spring here, with snow in between sunny warm days. I feel this is not like a typical season change - either in the Earth or within me. Thank you for sharing. Love, Virg
It really does feel like a different kind of 'shifting' this year, doesn't it, Virg? The Earth and our internal landscapes are mirroring each other so closely. Thank you for always sharing your heart here.
I am so honored to have sparked some of your own deep reflection, Vivienne! I can't wait to read your piece, thank you for sharing your medicine back with me. ✨
So beautifully written. I am inspired to slow down and absorb my surroundings fully and without thoughts to cloud the moments. Thank you for writing that.
I am so glad it gave you permission to pause, Bituin. There is so much magic waiting for us in the spaces between our thoughts. Enjoy the stillness. PS. I have missed you!
Thank you Nikyla! So needed to read this. I stood outside today with my three months old daughter against my belly. We marvelled at the first cherry blossom in our backyard. Since my daughter was in my belly, I started talking to the trees in my backyard. And through those conversations, they became friends. And teachers.
Rien, what a stunning image, standing with your daughter and your tree teachers. She is learning the language of the Earth through you. That is such a beautiful gift to give her.
I so needed to encounter something so powerful today. Thank you for your presence and the gift of such truth and guidance.
Thank you for being here, Dawn. I’m so glad these words found you exactly when you needed them. Sending you much strength and presence today.
Presence of the highest order happens the moment we stop pretending things are permanent. That ache in the chest when looking at the tulips is just the feeling of being truly awake. Thank you for the reminder that we don't have to manage the future to be fully alive in the morning.
Dominique, 'we don’t have to manage the future to be fully alive' yes. You captured that perfectly. That ache is exactly what it feels like to be awake to the world. Thank you for that reflection.
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Ohhhh this was gorgeous!! I felt it deep in my soul...the ache of the beauty and despair all at once. Recognizing and taking the time to appreciate the beauty, wherever we can find a little piece of it, is how we will survive whatever comes next 🖤
The 'ache of beauty and despair' is such a potent place to live right now, Violet. You’re right, finding those pieces of beauty isn't just a luxury; it’s a survival strategy. 🖤
This is so deep Nikyla. The Earth is showing us early spring here, with snow in between sunny warm days. I feel this is not like a typical season change - either in the Earth or within me. Thank you for sharing. Love, Virg
It really does feel like a different kind of 'shifting' this year, doesn't it, Virg? The Earth and our internal landscapes are mirroring each other so closely. Thank you for always sharing your heart here.
This prompted some deep reflections Nikyla. Thank you.
Your post inspired this post.✨✨✨
https://smilingshamanicstoryteller.substack.com/p/mother-nature-chooses-too-and-asks?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web
I am so honored to have sparked some of your own deep reflection, Vivienne! I can't wait to read your piece, thank you for sharing your medicine back with me. ✨
Creativity inspiring Creativity✨️💫✨️💫✨️
That was so well said.
Thank you so much for reading and for the kind words, Julia! I'm glad it resonated.