It feels like such a long time since we have sat together with friends. I miss seeing friends in the physical, and sharing heartfelt laughter or tears of deep feeling. There have been so many changes in our world, communities, and families. I send my love and prayers with this message, for your health and happiness.
It’s time to build on our resiliency. To develop on our existing skills gained by experience, and expand their reach to cover more ground. The times we live in, will continue to bring changes and although I believe we are in the Great Turning, I also believe it will test us to our core. At this Equinox, the seasonal Harvest part of the year, we are reminded to look ahead to the coming darkness and the wisdom in preparing for the needs it will bring.
What contributes to your resiliency? For me, there are the basics; good rest, enough food and water. But up near the top of the list is whether my “tank” is full or closer to empty. It has to do with how alive I feel in my life, my sense of alignment with my goals and values. My relationship with trusted friends and heartfelt, authentic exchanges. And my ability to receive love.
How do you contribute to the resiliency of others? For many of us, we don’t fully recognize or value our talents. It’s important to me that I mirror for others what I recognize as their strong suit or talents and accomplishments. It also means that I respect their abilities, and not do for others what they can do for themselves that I can then acknowledge and appreciate.
What might take your current resiliency to the next level? I recognize the need to take responsibility for some physical ailments I have tolerated for a decade or more, thinking I was too busy and it wasn’t that important. I realize that may be true for an ideal scenario but not for tough times. I am also aware of the benefit of being practiced at rooting, running energy, and adapting to the flow in the moment, while holding a clear intention for healing and renewal. Independence is part of that goal. After all, the goal is not to survive, but to thrive!
This line of thought might be unfamiliar. We haven’t seen the challenges our parents and ancestors have faced. It may be unwelcome or trigger unrest. It will not help us to turn away from challenging situations, but to look ahead with an open mind and heart with curiosity to guide us. Let’s travel this path together and learn from each other.
Please, if this speaks to you take a few moments to consider these questions and jot down some thoughts. Perhaps you have examples to include as well.
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