True meaningful connection, I believe - friend - can only happen when people are able to show up as authentic versions of themselves, ready to let go of any sort of need of other to fulfill or satisfy any inner shortcoming or longing.
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The Shoulds and Coulds
Large chunks of our lives are devoted to what we think we should do, who we think we should be. All the shoulds and coulds can be so very loud and prominent as we learn to navigate self identity.
She Was
No one can show up 100% of the time, there is no such thing as perfection, or of even being the best version of yourself all of the time. To have this expectation placed upon you either externally or internally doesn't show respect for the fact that there are ebbs and flows. If the moon can be allowed to wane and wax, be full or new, so can I.
Losing Your Leaves
There is a wonderful feeling in calling people and things into your life which encourage you to bloom. But, what happens when you feel yourself starting to wither and the signs arrive telling you that it's time to let something go?
What Love Looks Like
To be loved by someone who looks at me with pride and amazement, whose hands have an irresistible urge to touch and caress me, whose love is so clear and tangible that I am left with no doubts, and am thus able to live without the fear of rejection, or of not being good enough — because with every look and touch I'm told; You're special, I choose you.
Cravings
One of the most basic needs we have as human beings is connection. We want to know and be known. Not just for how we make others feel, but for who we are - deep inside.
Precious Stone
Life can feel sometimes like you are facing a fire breathing dragon with nothing to defend yourself with. You're forced to stand and take the brunt force of the fury of the beast full on. Miraculously, though, when the fire is spent, you're still standing.
A Lesson
Don't turn those people meant to be in your life to teach you a lesson turn into a lifetime.
Indicator Lights
Often, however, we see our emotions as triggers and - instead of pausing to look under the hood and taking the opportunity to delve deeper - we become reactionary, defensive, and/or avoidant.
Thought Distortion
It is time to commit to asking for what I want, speaking my needs, and drawing clear boundaries while ignoring the distortions caused by fears, insecurities, and the stories that have held me back.
