The concept of the soft, small animal that is far from home- struck a cord within me. Being currently 'influenced' to stop eating dairy and try acupuncture for the millionth time because that will 'fix' me, this idea of what if I haven't failed, what if I need tender care and grace for myself to feel safe again? It always has to 'be something' in today's society, we couldn't possibly need to not work 60+ hours a week and learn what real self care looks like for each of us uniquely- no, there's always a cure/new solution that will do the trick. And that type of mind-fuck that is engrained in us is causing harm to so many. This is a hot topic and needs brought to light, thank you.
A powerful piece Ema. And speaking up for YOUR needs within your friend circle, something I hope to learn from as well.
This resonates deeply. I was not made for this environment! And I love considering my small animal self (isn’t there a Mary olive poem about this?) and what would make her feel safe. ❤️ also, adding your book recommendations! Thx
A fantastic piece Ema and a ‘pause and really consider’ quote from your brother. It has such a powerful truth. When you described the lost overwhelmed animal I immediately thought of a hedgehog I rescued from the hot summer days last year - how it found his/her strength again with a cool quiet dark spot in a cardboard box I had with water and cat food before a release later that night. I suppose I can ask of my own animal what is my box, where is it and what is in it to revitalise me? Thank you for the spark of these thoughts.
The concept of the soft, small animal that is far from home- struck a cord within me. Being currently 'influenced' to stop eating dairy and try acupuncture for the millionth time because that will 'fix' me, this idea of what if I haven't failed, what if I need tender care and grace for myself to feel safe again? It always has to 'be something' in today's society, we couldn't possibly need to not work 60+ hours a week and learn what real self care looks like for each of us uniquely- no, there's always a cure/new solution that will do the trick. And that type of mind-fuck that is engrained in us is causing harm to so many. This is a hot topic and needs brought to light, thank you.
A powerful piece Ema. And speaking up for YOUR needs within your friend circle, something I hope to learn from as well.
This resonates deeply. I was not made for this environment! And I love considering my small animal self (isn’t there a Mary olive poem about this?) and what would make her feel safe. ❤️ also, adding your book recommendations! Thx
A fantastic piece Ema and a ‘pause and really consider’ quote from your brother. It has such a powerful truth. When you described the lost overwhelmed animal I immediately thought of a hedgehog I rescued from the hot summer days last year - how it found his/her strength again with a cool quiet dark spot in a cardboard box I had with water and cat food before a release later that night. I suppose I can ask of my own animal what is my box, where is it and what is in it to revitalise me? Thank you for the spark of these thoughts.