Such a vulnerable share and resonates deeply. I have heard over and over and over again I am too big, too much, too sensitive. It has been a beautiful gift to turn that around in my head and appreciate the ways that I openly love, share and exist in the world. It's beautiful to hear the same from you. I loved hearing about the places you were able to find repair. It gives me hope as we all consistently do our work, make repair and find ways back into connection with those we love; that the world will be more open and loving! ❤️🙏🏼
Thank you for writing this thoughtful personal history. Your story is likely shared by so many others, and your resolution a helpful guide to forgiveness. Our church youth are lucky to have you as a mentor.
Wonderful insights Margaret. I look forward to your column every week. Thank you for being vulnerable with your readers by sharing your personal story, even when you acknowledge you regret earlier actions you took that harmed another. The chance to ask forgiveness is a true lesson in humility. This topic has universal appeal and relevance. Thank you!
Okay, this is my favorite post you’ve done so far. There are several really important truths you’ve brought up. The idea that our biggest strengths are also our biggest weaknesses is one of the truest paradoxes. My curiosity helps me learn a lot AND can get me into things that are none of my business. My perseverance helps me get hard things done AND it can keep me focused on things I need to let go of. Also love the point about sometimes our best learning comes from our painful mistakes. Some of life’s most important lessons are SO HARD to learn (not a fan of this design flaw- Ha!) Lately I’ve been into Glennon Doyle’s podcast We Can Do Hard Things. In one of the recent episodes, she says we are all capable of everything & believing we aren’t is like believing that a half moon exists. The moon is always all there, it’s just what part of it is illuminated in a given setting. We are beautiful & terrible all at once & it’s just what part of us is shining right now. It’s so hard to remember that other people’s actions are about them. Sometimes I catch myself thinking “That person probably hates me because of X.” But when I can slow down & think “that person doesn’t even really know me at all,” it helps keep it in perspective. Sorry this is rambling. I love this one so much. Awesome!!
Such a vulnerable share and resonates deeply. I have heard over and over and over again I am too big, too much, too sensitive. It has been a beautiful gift to turn that around in my head and appreciate the ways that I openly love, share and exist in the world. It's beautiful to hear the same from you. I loved hearing about the places you were able to find repair. It gives me hope as we all consistently do our work, make repair and find ways back into connection with those we love; that the world will be more open and loving! ❤️🙏🏼
Thank you Christa. Yes! Stay tuned for more “learnings” about how we can make space for ourselves in the world!
Thank you for writing this thoughtful personal history. Your story is likely shared by so many others, and your resolution a helpful guide to forgiveness. Our church youth are lucky to have you as a mentor.
Thank you Mary for these kind words!
Wonderful insights Margaret. I look forward to your column every week. Thank you for being vulnerable with your readers by sharing your personal story, even when you acknowledge you regret earlier actions you took that harmed another. The chance to ask forgiveness is a true lesson in humility. This topic has universal appeal and relevance. Thank you!
Thank you Brenda! Yes, we will all make mistakes. If we can repair, we can heal.
Okay, this is my favorite post you’ve done so far. There are several really important truths you’ve brought up. The idea that our biggest strengths are also our biggest weaknesses is one of the truest paradoxes. My curiosity helps me learn a lot AND can get me into things that are none of my business. My perseverance helps me get hard things done AND it can keep me focused on things I need to let go of. Also love the point about sometimes our best learning comes from our painful mistakes. Some of life’s most important lessons are SO HARD to learn (not a fan of this design flaw- Ha!) Lately I’ve been into Glennon Doyle’s podcast We Can Do Hard Things. In one of the recent episodes, she says we are all capable of everything & believing we aren’t is like believing that a half moon exists. The moon is always all there, it’s just what part of it is illuminated in a given setting. We are beautiful & terrible all at once & it’s just what part of us is shining right now. It’s so hard to remember that other people’s actions are about them. Sometimes I catch myself thinking “That person probably hates me because of X.” But when I can slow down & think “that person doesn’t even really know me at all,” it helps keep it in perspective. Sorry this is rambling. I love this one so much. Awesome!!
Thank you Angela! Yes, there are definite shadow sides to things. Love that image of the moon!