So sorry for my delayed response here! I still move pretty slow over here. I’m so glad you liked the piece and I’ve got something very special to share this week! Stay tuned and please take good care 💛💛
When we find ourselves trying NOT to feel -especially for others and what is going on in our 'close by' world as well as other parts of the world- we so need permission to feel it all. It feels like overload. But I love that saying, "Feel it to heal it". It's a new day. I shall try.
Thank you for this! I try to donate to causes I support. I also try to find community locally. I volunteer at my local animal shelter- it's helping animals, but it also gives me some time with dogs, which always soothes my soul.
Natalie- you are the winner of Dr. Lakshmin's book! Can you send an email to allison.brownell@gmail.com with your address so we can get one over to you?
I love the concept of going through these steps in order. It makes so much sense and explains why many are stuck in a freeze state and then feeling guilty about their inaction in battling the many injustices happening around them. Thanks for this.
Taking care of ourselves is so important in these times, especially when we are often the caregivers for others. It’s hard to move forward when grief keeps us paralyzed but healing involves self love and compassion. I especially needed the reminder about connection- so crucial to remember we are not alone in our feelings.
Thank you both for the incredible sense of friendship you project in your writing.
I have moved cross country early in my retirement and I’ve been surprised how hard it is to recreate the sense of solidarity I had in the old place
with new people. Turns out different regions have very different styles based on their histories. I’m making progress but in these times it’s tempting to fall back on long term friendships to the point of traveling to visit those reliable friends.
So sorry for my delayed response here! I still move pretty slow over here. I’m so glad you liked the piece and I’ve got something very special to share this week! Stay tuned and please take good care 💛💛
Such sad times. Family, friends, nature and uplifting articles like this help tremendously
Agreed💛
Children are the greatest reminder that joy is a birthright!
When we find ourselves trying NOT to feel -especially for others and what is going on in our 'close by' world as well as other parts of the world- we so need permission to feel it all. It feels like overload. But I love that saying, "Feel it to heal it". It's a new day. I shall try.
Thank you for the action-focused post. Such an important reminder at this time.
Thank you for this!
Thank you so much for this wise advice during the horrific times we're living through.
Thank you for this! I try to donate to causes I support. I also try to find community locally. I volunteer at my local animal shelter- it's helping animals, but it also gives me some time with dogs, which always soothes my soul.
Natalie- you are the winner of Dr. Lakshmin's book! Can you send an email to allison.brownell@gmail.com with your address so we can get one over to you?
Pets can be very healing!
Love this
Thank you for sharing and holding space for all of us as we move through these trying times
I love the concept of going through these steps in order. It makes so much sense and explains why many are stuck in a freeze state and then feeling guilty about their inaction in battling the many injustices happening around them. Thanks for this.
Taking care of ourselves is so important in these times, especially when we are often the caregivers for others. It’s hard to move forward when grief keeps us paralyzed but healing involves self love and compassion. I especially needed the reminder about connection- so crucial to remember we are not alone in our feelings.
Yes!! Taking time each day to remember that!
Thanks for the reminder- it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself when you’re focusing on others. A good reminder you’re not in this alone!
Love both of your writing and having your voices together is…. so needed at this time!
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Thank you both for the incredible sense of friendship you project in your writing.
I have moved cross country early in my retirement and I’ve been surprised how hard it is to recreate the sense of solidarity I had in the old place
with new people. Turns out different regions have very different styles based on their histories. I’m making progress but in these times it’s tempting to fall back on long term friendships to the point of traveling to visit those reliable friends.