I needed this. I am finally working on my own trauma and it is difficult to do. I admire you for honestly and openly sharing your truth. I am in a season in my life that has brought me to my knees. I will keep fighting and doing the work. Glad to see you back. Robbie Taylor
I am a Gemini... 6/17 and we are a lot alike. I am a people person but I HAVE to have time to myself! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences! You matter and am thankful for you!
I admire your honest response of "healing" instead of simply saying you're "fine." You've been blessed with talent, intelligence, and creativity in many areas, and I'm always astounded by your ability to express yourself so eloquently in your writing. I’m wearing your Soul Soothing Sunday shirt as we speak, and hoping some of your magic rubs off on me!
Thank you for sharing all this Allison. It is useful to hear other's approach to healing and spiritual growth. Journaling, prayer, meditation and the mat (aikido mat) are my go to things. Namaste. Charley
I’ve just finished reading Bono’s book “Surrender” and found the last few chapters insightful. He is also an early riser and likes walking around the house early in the morning and being thankful for his family. I am not an early riser, well actually I was when I was working before the pandemic. My commute through the beautiful Swiss countryside was an essential part of my day. Since the pandemic I have had the luxury of a quiet time after breakfast and taking the medications that I need.
I think it’s very true that many more of us need to go through a recovery process probably several times in our lives. We reach the point where either something dramatic happens to us or when we realize that something’s out of balance or doesn’t function any more and we need a change. I’ve been feeling this lately because of the major transition of retiring and wanting to refocus. The start is proving to be more difficult than I thought.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts again with us here. It’s truly appreciated Allison ❤️
Thank you for this. It was perfect timing. My 25 year old daughter, in Huntsville, is struggling mightily.
I sent her this and “You can’t hate yourself into healing” she said, hit her hard. I’ve struggled all these years, and she is alot like me, but I’ve survived the alcohol and she is still wrestling in its grip. But she keeps trying to get up, and she is coming back home for us to help, but every day is a depression dragging her down day and your words were touching to her. And I’m doin all I can to lift her up
Yes, that’s what I say, healing, today . Living in the trauma or healing ...I really don’t want to accept some invitations that I must , if I’m to progress and do what the hell im suppose to do in the moment...soo, yea, going to show up, give it my all, dress the part ..
Yea, I’m kind of fed up with my bullshit...I wish the sun would shine...I’m with ya, Allison. I’m am just aiming for living a life that is healthy and has joy...I hope I bring joy...and I’ll show up...suit up and show up for life. Thank you for being so open .
Yes, creativity is a state as Keith Richards once said "Writing songs feels like being an antenna. If a good one comes along pick it up, if it's a bad one forward it to Michael Jackson (R.I.P. Michael, of course ... Keith's quote must be around 30 years old). Anyway, Rubin's book is brilliant. Thanks for recommending.
Not sure how I stumbled upon you, I know you as an artist with an amazing voice. I look forward to reading your other posts. I am a 56 yr. old widow, 5 yrs now, I had 31 years with my husband, when he died in an accident, my life was forever changed in one moment. Tackling it all, one day at a time.
You.re in the right place. Keep coming back!!! With love
I had been wondering what was going on with you and how you were. Thanks for sharing with us a bit of what your day is like.
I needed this. I am finally working on my own trauma and it is difficult to do. I admire you for honestly and openly sharing your truth. I am in a season in my life that has brought me to my knees. I will keep fighting and doing the work. Glad to see you back. Robbie Taylor
“People usually only change when they cannot live with their own bullshit even one more day.“ Yes.
I was about to quote that one myself.
So true. Exactly how I have felt. We're so blessed to be allowed to be part of Allison's healing journal.
I am a Gemini... 6/17 and we are a lot alike. I am a people person but I HAVE to have time to myself! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences! You matter and am thankful for you!
I admire your honest response of "healing" instead of simply saying you're "fine." You've been blessed with talent, intelligence, and creativity in many areas, and I'm always astounded by your ability to express yourself so eloquently in your writing. I’m wearing your Soul Soothing Sunday shirt as we speak, and hoping some of your magic rubs off on me!
Thank you.
Thank you, AM.
Thank you for sharing all this Allison. It is useful to hear other's approach to healing and spiritual growth. Journaling, prayer, meditation and the mat (aikido mat) are my go to things. Namaste. Charley
I’ve just finished reading Bono’s book “Surrender” and found the last few chapters insightful. He is also an early riser and likes walking around the house early in the morning and being thankful for his family. I am not an early riser, well actually I was when I was working before the pandemic. My commute through the beautiful Swiss countryside was an essential part of my day. Since the pandemic I have had the luxury of a quiet time after breakfast and taking the medications that I need.
I think it’s very true that many more of us need to go through a recovery process probably several times in our lives. We reach the point where either something dramatic happens to us or when we realize that something’s out of balance or doesn’t function any more and we need a change. I’ve been feeling this lately because of the major transition of retiring and wanting to refocus. The start is proving to be more difficult than I thought.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts again with us here. It’s truly appreciated Allison ❤️
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Thank you for this. It was perfect timing. My 25 year old daughter, in Huntsville, is struggling mightily.
I sent her this and “You can’t hate yourself into healing” she said, hit her hard. I’ve struggled all these years, and she is alot like me, but I’ve survived the alcohol and she is still wrestling in its grip. But she keeps trying to get up, and she is coming back home for us to help, but every day is a depression dragging her down day and your words were touching to her. And I’m doin all I can to lift her up
Yes, that’s what I say, healing, today . Living in the trauma or healing ...I really don’t want to accept some invitations that I must , if I’m to progress and do what the hell im suppose to do in the moment...soo, yea, going to show up, give it my all, dress the part ..
And, well be dynamic!
Yea, I’m kind of fed up with my bullshit...I wish the sun would shine...I’m with ya, Allison. I’m am just aiming for living a life that is healthy and has joy...I hope I bring joy...and I’ll show up...suit up and show up for life. Thank you for being so open .
And I'm there with you both.
Hand in hand, we journey together.
Yes, creativity is a state as Keith Richards once said "Writing songs feels like being an antenna. If a good one comes along pick it up, if it's a bad one forward it to Michael Jackson (R.I.P. Michael, of course ... Keith's quote must be around 30 years old). Anyway, Rubin's book is brilliant. Thanks for recommending.
Not sure how I stumbled upon you, I know you as an artist with an amazing voice. I look forward to reading your other posts. I am a 56 yr. old widow, 5 yrs now, I had 31 years with my husband, when he died in an accident, my life was forever changed in one moment. Tackling it all, one day at a time.