'Think of it this way: instead of trying to leap all the way across the existential canyon from “hopelessness” to “joy.” Take it one step at a time.' Beautifully put.
"In the meantime, what can we be instead? Maybe I’m not productive right now. But can I be curious? Caring? Kind? Attentive? In other words, is this perceived canyon actually an opportunity for you to take a worthwhile detour?"
Oh, Saeed, thank you. I've been berating myself for not following through on my creative goals, that I didn't stop to think how many worthwhile detours had occurred this month--time with new and old friends, getting to shower compliments on folks, and long, peaceful winter walks, among other things. Thanks for helping me reframe. <3
'Think of it this way: instead of trying to leap all the way across the existential canyon from “hopelessness” to “joy.” Take it one step at a time.' Beautifully put.
Thank you for articulating this feeling, this phenomena of "enough" and what there is between and on the way to it.
"In the meantime, what can we be instead? Maybe I’m not productive right now. But can I be curious? Caring? Kind? Attentive? In other words, is this perceived canyon actually an opportunity for you to take a worthwhile detour?"
Oh, Saeed, thank you. I've been berating myself for not following through on my creative goals, that I didn't stop to think how many worthwhile detours had occurred this month--time with new and old friends, getting to shower compliments on folks, and long, peaceful winter walks, among other things. Thanks for helping me reframe. <3
This was exactly what I needed today. Thank you, and thank you for all the feelings you've helped me feel with your writing this year. 💖
caesar 😍😍😍