Been going through it for months now, felt wrecked, like I should be hung out to dry, wondering if the other side is still there, this gives me hope! Thank you for sharing from the other side Jonathan 🙏
I love this-" I tend to write from the scar, not the wound." I think the hindsight helps alleviate some of the potential victim-y-ish places I can unintentionally go if I'm writing from the wound which I do choose on occasion. This whole article is a great reminder that our value is not hinged on the things we often equate it with-thanks Jonathan!!
I try to write from that place, but don't always succeed, Dawn. In part, because I don't always know when I've crossed from one to the other. C'est la vie!
Beautiful. True. I emerged from a dark winter of discontent in which I gave myself permission to fall apart a bit and withdraw as much as possible. The spring has felt more energizing I’m guessing bc of the allowance of hibernation.
I appreciate your words and the reminder of worthiness, regardless of productivity or positivity! 🙏
It is so interesting, Heather, how we need to give ourselves this permission. Like it's not just an ordinary and necessary part of this whole humaning thing. So glad the spring has brought more lightness.
I am in a period of I don't knows (huge and plenty of them). Years ago, I would have felt like a wreck and been a wreck because of it. No more. I know my worth even during these times. We can learn to love ourselves and hold on to our sense of worth through everything. Thank you. Love this.
I spent the firlst 45 years of my existence focused outward on other people while silently (or not so much) suffering inward. Then I got really sick. I felt guilty for neglecting everyone else, but was too busy saving my own life. What makes this article relevant, is coming out the other side. I should feel better by now but still need to protect my energy levels. I'm not capable if what I used to be capable of, will people understand that? Do I understand that? Sigh. Thanks for this gentle hug. 🥴🧡
It seems the body always knows, and keeps up honest, Heather. I've shared in that "body telling me it's time to change" experience so many times in my own way. Glad you're coming out the other side, and protecting your peace along the way.
I like Chris Guillebeau’s motto for times like this: make something or help someone! I often go for the former, or I choose something small (a smile, a door held open, a chat in the kitchen making tea)
Thanks JF, needed this one this week.
I needed to see this today!! I feel less alone! Thank you so much for writing this!
Ohhh hi Jonathan!! I’m so happy to find you here!! 🫶🏼
Woooohooo!!!
Been going through it for months now, felt wrecked, like I should be hung out to dry, wondering if the other side is still there, this gives me hope! Thank you for sharing from the other side Jonathan 🙏
You're not alone, Samantha. We all have those moments and seasons. Wishing you ease and self-compassion.
This reminded me of when I first started reading Thich Nhat Hanh and his very simple mantra “I am enough.”
No one had ever told me I was enough.
It broke me open.
No matter who you are, where you are, what you’re going through, what you have (or don’t have)…you are enough.
Love Thich Nhat Hanh and also this mantra, Emily. Thanks for sharing it.
Feeling wounded, wrecked,
does not reflect worthlessness.
We can heal, love, serve.
As always, Marisol, few words, deep meaning.
I love this-" I tend to write from the scar, not the wound." I think the hindsight helps alleviate some of the potential victim-y-ish places I can unintentionally go if I'm writing from the wound which I do choose on occasion. This whole article is a great reminder that our value is not hinged on the things we often equate it with-thanks Jonathan!!
I try to write from that place, but don't always succeed, Dawn. In part, because I don't always know when I've crossed from one to the other. C'est la vie!
I have been a bit hesitant to post comment given what looks to be a plethora of trolls following me.
However, this article, particularly the final paragraph, resonated deeply.
I allowed it to sink in, thank you thank you
So glad it resonated, Linda.
Beautiful. True. I emerged from a dark winter of discontent in which I gave myself permission to fall apart a bit and withdraw as much as possible. The spring has felt more energizing I’m guessing bc of the allowance of hibernation.
I appreciate your words and the reminder of worthiness, regardless of productivity or positivity! 🙏
It is so interesting, Heather, how we need to give ourselves this permission. Like it's not just an ordinary and necessary part of this whole humaning thing. So glad the spring has brought more lightness.
I am in a period of I don't knows (huge and plenty of them). Years ago, I would have felt like a wreck and been a wreck because of it. No more. I know my worth even during these times. We can learn to love ourselves and hold on to our sense of worth through everything. Thank you. Love this.
I feel that, Danni. Love how you now know and stand in your worth now.
I spent the firlst 45 years of my existence focused outward on other people while silently (or not so much) suffering inward. Then I got really sick. I felt guilty for neglecting everyone else, but was too busy saving my own life. What makes this article relevant, is coming out the other side. I should feel better by now but still need to protect my energy levels. I'm not capable if what I used to be capable of, will people understand that? Do I understand that? Sigh. Thanks for this gentle hug. 🥴🧡
It seems the body always knows, and keeps up honest, Heather. I've shared in that "body telling me it's time to change" experience so many times in my own way. Glad you're coming out the other side, and protecting your peace along the way.
I like Chris Guillebeau’s motto for times like this: make something or help someone! I often go for the former, or I choose something small (a smile, a door held open, a chat in the kitchen making tea)
Always love Chris' wisdom, Jenny. Thanks for adding that in!
So powerful. Love you.
So glad it resonated, Shawn.
So wise
Thanks, Liz!
Thank you!
Anytime, Sharon.
Wow! I needed that … thank you. This is a keeper! ✌🏼
So glad, Ruth. I revisit the basic idea fairly regularly as a reminded, myself.