"..the crux of it is I give less sh*ts about doing what others expect me to do if it doesn’t align with my values, and more about the things that nourish and feed my heart and soul."
Needing to remember this in my work, as I'm feeling frantic and like I'm not doing enough. But, honestly, what even is "enough," especially in our culture of productivity, where folks wear burnout like a badge of honour? How can I journey with others well if I'm on edge and untethered from my own internal wellebing?
Thank you for this gentle reminder and seeing that I'm not alone in the unknown <3
Ahhhh yes that 'what is enough' contemplation, because who decided what was 'enough' and how do we ever feel complete when there is an ongoing expectation to br productive and achieve... it is gross and yet a reality we all face. You are not alone lovely, I think the reality is that we are all in the unknown and it is about how we can support ourselves in the constant dance of uncertainty. Sending love. xxx
As always thank you! I resonate once more! My creativity is very up and down, I feel rather stagnant mostly but then remembered I'm taking things STEADY. We too have started to get just a bit more sleep, it's not consistent but more and more longer stints and the very rare sleeping all the way through. There is hope for us all 🤣💛🙏
Ahhh that is so wonderful you are getting the glimmers of sleep... I think that actually the nature of creativity is up and down and it is just that the more we get to our 'truest selves' the less we feel held by outside expectation and it is a bit of an adjustment not to just be linear. Lots to unpick always!! xxx
Lauren you are so beautiful 🤍 I haven’t seemed to find a lot of time lately to read, write or process any of my own deep felt emotions but your words are like a balm to me, a reminder that I am deep in the trenches right now with our babies and there really is no where to get to. Just being gentle, kind and compassionate with myself is what is going to be most supportive. My word that came up was ‘seen’ ✨
The last line…with loving arms and gentle hands made me feel so seen, I just wanted to reach out and give you a big hug. If you hold a circle in December/January maybe I’ll make it when we’re back for Christmas xx
Oh what a beautiful word… ‘seen’… I am so glad that the words helped you feel that way, and gosh the ‘trenches’ is a familiar space. From that murk I do believe magic can arise though, in time. Sending you love and patience in the process though. Ooooh and yes that would be utterly magical if we can make that happen, when are you back? Where will you be? xxx
You're so right, from the ashes we rise once more and it is in these times we are remade even if it's uncomfortable. A beautiful reminder that this too is a season and this too with grief and relief in the same breath will pass <3
We are back from around the 14th December to the 14th January. We'll be in London for a short while either side of the flights then Cornwall, Devon and Bath. Lets keep in touch about it beautiful xxx
Ooooh this could definitely work… it is all a little dependent on when my studio is complete as to what I will be holding during that time, BUT if we can make it so that we meet it would be wonderful. xxx
Love all this so much ❤️ It’s so wonderful to journey with you and to read all your reflections on the huge changes you have experienced over the past few years. And I love your recognition of being with uncertainty, but also acknowledging what you know as anchors in times of flux and transition.
This line really hit home for me: "The only constant we have is change, and yet nothing changes if nothing changes." It's such a powerful paradox, and it speaks to the heart of the creative process. We have to be willing to embrace change, to step into the unknown, in order to create something new and meaningful.
Mmmmm yes... I love how that stood out for you as it was a powerful piece for me too. The constant paradox of being human, being a creative... it is a wild journey for sure. I think the willingness to embrace change is at the heart of it. xxx
Ahhhh, the sweet unknown, like the frozen ground where nothing appears to be alive. And yet...underground, things are happening. Oh yes, I know that space too, rather intimately. I'm finding myself reframing it to be spacious, also a word that holds my business. Spacious in every sense of the word.
I love that reframe Silvia, it is spacious and actually I don’t feel afraid of it (anymore) I feel like it is so vital. So grateful for the deep nourishing breath reminder and your support. xxx
Thank you for the invitation to share a word or phrase that describes how we want our communities to feel. My first thought was ‘home’…and yet…I find it hard to feel ‘at home’.
I wonder if that’s why cultivating a sense of it is so important to me. I don’t think it’s ever a done job though. More of a living, breathing thing.
A little like your own experience of moving through growth and change ✨
Oh I agree so much on it being a living breathing thing… ‘home’ is such a beautiful word and really does provoke such a soothing response. It can be interpreted in so many ways too. Thank you so much for your reflections and for reading, it felt like a weird one to share for some reason, probably because it is a very liminal space piece!!! xxx
"..the crux of it is I give less sh*ts about doing what others expect me to do if it doesn’t align with my values, and more about the things that nourish and feed my heart and soul."
Needing to remember this in my work, as I'm feeling frantic and like I'm not doing enough. But, honestly, what even is "enough," especially in our culture of productivity, where folks wear burnout like a badge of honour? How can I journey with others well if I'm on edge and untethered from my own internal wellebing?
Thank you for this gentle reminder and seeing that I'm not alone in the unknown <3
Ahhhh yes that 'what is enough' contemplation, because who decided what was 'enough' and how do we ever feel complete when there is an ongoing expectation to br productive and achieve... it is gross and yet a reality we all face. You are not alone lovely, I think the reality is that we are all in the unknown and it is about how we can support ourselves in the constant dance of uncertainty. Sending love. xxx
As always thank you! I resonate once more! My creativity is very up and down, I feel rather stagnant mostly but then remembered I'm taking things STEADY. We too have started to get just a bit more sleep, it's not consistent but more and more longer stints and the very rare sleeping all the way through. There is hope for us all 🤣💛🙏
Ahhh that is so wonderful you are getting the glimmers of sleep... I think that actually the nature of creativity is up and down and it is just that the more we get to our 'truest selves' the less we feel held by outside expectation and it is a bit of an adjustment not to just be linear. Lots to unpick always!! xxx
Lauren you are so beautiful 🤍 I haven’t seemed to find a lot of time lately to read, write or process any of my own deep felt emotions but your words are like a balm to me, a reminder that I am deep in the trenches right now with our babies and there really is no where to get to. Just being gentle, kind and compassionate with myself is what is going to be most supportive. My word that came up was ‘seen’ ✨
The last line…with loving arms and gentle hands made me feel so seen, I just wanted to reach out and give you a big hug. If you hold a circle in December/January maybe I’ll make it when we’re back for Christmas xx
Oh what a beautiful word… ‘seen’… I am so glad that the words helped you feel that way, and gosh the ‘trenches’ is a familiar space. From that murk I do believe magic can arise though, in time. Sending you love and patience in the process though. Ooooh and yes that would be utterly magical if we can make that happen, when are you back? Where will you be? xxx
You're so right, from the ashes we rise once more and it is in these times we are remade even if it's uncomfortable. A beautiful reminder that this too is a season and this too with grief and relief in the same breath will pass <3
We are back from around the 14th December to the 14th January. We'll be in London for a short while either side of the flights then Cornwall, Devon and Bath. Lets keep in touch about it beautiful xxx
Ooooh this could definitely work… it is all a little dependent on when my studio is complete as to what I will be holding during that time, BUT if we can make it so that we meet it would be wonderful. xxx
Love all this so much ❤️ It’s so wonderful to journey with you and to read all your reflections on the huge changes you have experienced over the past few years. And I love your recognition of being with uncertainty, but also acknowledging what you know as anchors in times of flux and transition.
Your truth and your heart ❤️ love you
Thank you dearest for always seeing me. xxx
This line really hit home for me: "The only constant we have is change, and yet nothing changes if nothing changes." It's such a powerful paradox, and it speaks to the heart of the creative process. We have to be willing to embrace change, to step into the unknown, in order to create something new and meaningful.
Mmmmm yes... I love how that stood out for you as it was a powerful piece for me too. The constant paradox of being human, being a creative... it is a wild journey for sure. I think the willingness to embrace change is at the heart of it. xxx
Ahhhh, the sweet unknown, like the frozen ground where nothing appears to be alive. And yet...underground, things are happening. Oh yes, I know that space too, rather intimately. I'm finding myself reframing it to be spacious, also a word that holds my business. Spacious in every sense of the word.
Sending you a deep and nourishing breath. ❤️
I love that reframe Silvia, it is spacious and actually I don’t feel afraid of it (anymore) I feel like it is so vital. So grateful for the deep nourishing breath reminder and your support. xxx
I love the word Held, it resonates deeply with my own journey of trusting that I am held by the Universe.
Oh yes, I love that way of connecting to the word. Held to me has so many interpretations and the feeling is of safety and trust and possibility. xxx
Thank you for the invitation to share a word or phrase that describes how we want our communities to feel. My first thought was ‘home’…and yet…I find it hard to feel ‘at home’.
I wonder if that’s why cultivating a sense of it is so important to me. I don’t think it’s ever a done job though. More of a living, breathing thing.
A little like your own experience of moving through growth and change ✨
Oh I agree so much on it being a living breathing thing… ‘home’ is such a beautiful word and really does provoke such a soothing response. It can be interpreted in so many ways too. Thank you so much for your reflections and for reading, it felt like a weird one to share for some reason, probably because it is a very liminal space piece!!! xxx