This part resonated deeply with me Maya. I've been in a period of life giving me tons of alone time and I didn't know how much I needed it - "Keeping ourselves centered and focused, connected to the Earth and our own creativity, is a different form of resistance, one that may be silent but just as stirring."
The new name and website look fantastic! Congrats - so much good stuff happening and how exciting to be in a new and fresh environment to be able to be selective with what you bring in..or don't. Love that!
So glad it connected with you, Susan! I do think taking the time for reflection is key, and it really can inspire and inform the type of action to take.
And thanks for the kind comments on the new look! The orange here in NL is very aligned - especially today, King's Day, with all the orange enthusiasm and festivities! 😂🧡
You are certainly not alone, Kasia. So many are struggling right now, either from the stress and exhaustion of working while facing fear about the future, or from the dissonance of living in our consumerist world while knowing we must make a shift. Action is challenging in both cases, and what is called for is rest and reflection, as you are doing.
Also, many of us are waiting for a sign that it's safe to proceed, but the signs now are not what we're used to, or decidedly disappointing, and that's disorienting.
It's okay to let things within and around you settle! Find small joys and big smiles. Celebrate every sign of spring. Engage in creative activities that inspire you. Spend time with others who are feeling the same. There is still so much to be grateful for. ❤️
I need both action and reflection. They inform each other, and provide food for one another. Thanks for showing there are seasons (enjoy your new season there with family) and we don't need to get rigid about them but gain from them all.
This part resonated deeply with me Maya. I've been in a period of life giving me tons of alone time and I didn't know how much I needed it - "Keeping ourselves centered and focused, connected to the Earth and our own creativity, is a different form of resistance, one that may be silent but just as stirring."
The new name and website look fantastic! Congrats - so much good stuff happening and how exciting to be in a new and fresh environment to be able to be selective with what you bring in..or don't. Love that!
So glad it connected with you, Susan! I do think taking the time for reflection is key, and it really can inspire and inform the type of action to take.
And thanks for the kind comments on the new look! The orange here in NL is very aligned - especially today, King's Day, with all the orange enthusiasm and festivities! 😂🧡
I am emerging from a recent burnout, Maya. Very cautious around any action that is not necessary, still. :-) Reflecting on how to proceed.
SO lovely to hear from you again! Kasia
You are certainly not alone, Kasia. So many are struggling right now, either from the stress and exhaustion of working while facing fear about the future, or from the dissonance of living in our consumerist world while knowing we must make a shift. Action is challenging in both cases, and what is called for is rest and reflection, as you are doing.
Also, many of us are waiting for a sign that it's safe to proceed, but the signs now are not what we're used to, or decidedly disappointing, and that's disorienting.
It's okay to let things within and around you settle! Find small joys and big smiles. Celebrate every sign of spring. Engage in creative activities that inspire you. Spend time with others who are feeling the same. There is still so much to be grateful for. ❤️
I need both action and reflection. They inform each other, and provide food for one another. Thanks for showing there are seasons (enjoy your new season there with family) and we don't need to get rigid about them but gain from them all.
They do inform each other, Hans, adding richness and depth…something many of us are longing for in ways that uplift us! 🧡