A lot I could learn here. I haven't relaxed in 40+ years. Always feel like I have to do more to become something, that a couple more (pick a task) are what I need to "arrive". Arrive where. So far it feels like I have only managed to arrive in the looney bin. I hear roses smell nice. Maybe I need to consider looking into that. Thank you. I love you
Thank you, so much, for sharing. You deserve the love and patience that you are learning to have for yourself. And it's teaching those of us who need it, as well. I've been watching 1-3-2021 Soul Soothing Sunday you gave us, (sessions you gave with all your heart.) Thank you. Sending love and wishing you peace and beauty, always.
Thank you once again Allison. Now I’m currently not working, I think I am turning everything into work because I’m so used to planning and organizing. Although I have retired I am looking for some part-time work. I think I almost feel guilty relaxing and reflecting. Px
Rest and play seem to be learned abilities in our world, rather than instinctive. It’s harder than we think to align ourselves with them if we’re running on the hamster wheel of The More I Do The More They Will Love Me. I love the idea of spiritual abundance; it’s a language that I’ve forgotten how to speak, and I’ve missed it. Thank you again for your beautiful, rich words. 🙏🏻
I've been sitting back and quietly reading all of these postings, Allison, and the more I read, the more I see a reflection of myself. We are all on a path that leads us back to Source, to what is real and past this illusion we've so skillfully created. I just had to chime in and say, I get it! How incredible the journey to awareness is and what a fulfilling quest. It is why we are here. Thank you for stepping out and sharing yours.
Enlightening and illuminating thoughts once again. You’ve pretty much said it all about the elusive quest for perfection. It’s a clear path to dissatisfaction and frustration. I have to constantly remind myself that it’s progress, not perfection, that I should be striving for. The other struggle is always feeling like I have to be productive. Taking time for rest and relaxation is necessary, and shouldn’t necessitate work to get there!
When I visit a complete stranger, whom I have never physically met, but feel at home in the soul, I feel joy. I listen to and enjoy your music, but only sometimes do I meet an artist like you where this soulful feeling comes from.
I have this sense (don't know what to call it) when I meet strangers on my journey and can feel where they are from, where they are going, and their purpose in life.
Feeling this does not always make life easier, but when I let go and accept, I feel my soul unfolds and not weigh so much on my body.
I feel when we come to the realization that we are one, everything that separates us from each other disappears. That's why I love these realizations and insights regardless of who they are from.
I myself have suffered from depression and anxiety for many years. They do not disappear, but I find the light through insights and when I let go and breathe. It is not every day and sometimes when everything is fine, I fall into this dark hole. Despite sometimes almost giving up hope, the miracle happens that I get up again. That I have the strength to get up.
So thank you for sharing and thanks to the others who share in their comments.
my 92 year old father fell causing a brain bleed. first time I thought about being without him. first time I thought of wanting him to go. he is the one who taught me the value of play and rest. I was afraid that could get lost without him. it feels like the struggle comes from the fear of loss. loss of someone, loss of our abilities, loss of the path we desire. thank you for always reminding us that we are just different pieces of the same puzzle...
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I would just like to say I am right there with you. I had an artistic alcoholic father. I tried to clean up everybody’s else mess and not be the problem. Interestingly enough I was an artist and I chose to lock away my artistic talents, maybe in an effort to not be like my alcoholic father. I’ve been unpacking a ton in therapy the last almost 2 years. I rediscovered my artistic side. I have also had some different therapies that have allowed me to understand this „home“ place does exist inside myself, like you talked about. Some days the journey seems unending. And yet I know one day we will have realized that we have walked the full circle and arrive back at ourselves, the ones we were searching for all along. Glad to know I’m not walking alone. In solidarity, Meagan 🙏✨
Love the picture you chose for this
A lot I could learn here. I haven't relaxed in 40+ years. Always feel like I have to do more to become something, that a couple more (pick a task) are what I need to "arrive". Arrive where. So far it feels like I have only managed to arrive in the looney bin. I hear roses smell nice. Maybe I need to consider looking into that. Thank you. I love you
Thank you, so much, for sharing. You deserve the love and patience that you are learning to have for yourself. And it's teaching those of us who need it, as well. I've been watching 1-3-2021 Soul Soothing Sunday you gave us, (sessions you gave with all your heart.) Thank you. Sending love and wishing you peace and beauty, always.
I'm just learning how to relax. My childhood taught me to be tense and ever-watchful.
Thank you once again Allison. Now I’m currently not working, I think I am turning everything into work because I’m so used to planning and organizing. Although I have retired I am looking for some part-time work. I think I almost feel guilty relaxing and reflecting. Px
Rest and play seem to be learned abilities in our world, rather than instinctive. It’s harder than we think to align ourselves with them if we’re running on the hamster wheel of The More I Do The More They Will Love Me. I love the idea of spiritual abundance; it’s a language that I’ve forgotten how to speak, and I’ve missed it. Thank you again for your beautiful, rich words. 🙏🏻
I've been sitting back and quietly reading all of these postings, Allison, and the more I read, the more I see a reflection of myself. We are all on a path that leads us back to Source, to what is real and past this illusion we've so skillfully created. I just had to chime in and say, I get it! How incredible the journey to awareness is and what a fulfilling quest. It is why we are here. Thank you for stepping out and sharing yours.
Thank you for sharing yourself w us, Allison. I love reading what you write.
Enlightening and illuminating thoughts once again. You’ve pretty much said it all about the elusive quest for perfection. It’s a clear path to dissatisfaction and frustration. I have to constantly remind myself that it’s progress, not perfection, that I should be striving for. The other struggle is always feeling like I have to be productive. Taking time for rest and relaxation is necessary, and shouldn’t necessitate work to get there!
I'm so happy you've found this place of being. We all need to do this work, but your doing it helps many more on their journey.
When I visit a complete stranger, whom I have never physically met, but feel at home in the soul, I feel joy. I listen to and enjoy your music, but only sometimes do I meet an artist like you where this soulful feeling comes from.
I have this sense (don't know what to call it) when I meet strangers on my journey and can feel where they are from, where they are going, and their purpose in life.
Feeling this does not always make life easier, but when I let go and accept, I feel my soul unfolds and not weigh so much on my body.
I feel when we come to the realization that we are one, everything that separates us from each other disappears. That's why I love these realizations and insights regardless of who they are from.
I myself have suffered from depression and anxiety for many years. They do not disappear, but I find the light through insights and when I let go and breathe. It is not every day and sometimes when everything is fine, I fall into this dark hole. Despite sometimes almost giving up hope, the miracle happens that I get up again. That I have the strength to get up.
So thank you for sharing and thanks to the others who share in their comments.
my 92 year old father fell causing a brain bleed. first time I thought about being without him. first time I thought of wanting him to go. he is the one who taught me the value of play and rest. I was afraid that could get lost without him. it feels like the struggle comes from the fear of loss. loss of someone, loss of our abilities, loss of the path we desire. thank you for always reminding us that we are just different pieces of the same puzzle...
"Allison, Angels will be there to help you
every time you need them.
And the most wonderful gift,
about their visits is,
you don't even have to ask for their help.
Even when you believe you are "alone,"
you are never by yourself.
God is Good.
And you are one of His wonderful creations.
Do Him proud practicing your purpose
Thank your Angels, for looking after you." - Mr. Veritas
I would just like to say I am right there with you. I had an artistic alcoholic father. I tried to clean up everybody’s else mess and not be the problem. Interestingly enough I was an artist and I chose to lock away my artistic talents, maybe in an effort to not be like my alcoholic father. I’ve been unpacking a ton in therapy the last almost 2 years. I rediscovered my artistic side. I have also had some different therapies that have allowed me to understand this „home“ place does exist inside myself, like you talked about. Some days the journey seems unending. And yet I know one day we will have realized that we have walked the full circle and arrive back at ourselves, the ones we were searching for all along. Glad to know I’m not walking alone. In solidarity, Meagan 🙏✨
beautiful.
The damn ego is like a damper over a flame.