Jul 25 • General Discussion
Reflection Friday: How is your mind and spirit?
The prompt goes without saying, but let's check in.
Without the obligation to make specific references to the news, politics or a specific current event unless you wish to, what is a word or statement that describes how this week has been for you?
My word:
Present.
In a world where it is so easy to catastrophize beyond the confines of the date of the calendar, I find the the most effective way for me to slow down time is to take opportunities each day to be as still and present as possible.
I did NOT watch that nauseating Jubilee cage match.
I did NOT watch Meet the Press, which is my favorite US politics TV segment.
I did NOT binge motivational content to dream, scheme and project.
Instead, I showed up every day here in the Haven starting the week with our new Jobseeker Support Group, in the Identity & Belonging Lab for our R.I.S.E. Leader's Circle and REPLENISH coaching calls, as well as for many of the other communities I am part of—and my mood improved thanks to the positive human interaction with other people just trying to make a difference with the work they do.
And I spent a LOT more time with my partner and daughter than in recent weeks. 💛
My mood and my outlook is so much better because of it, and I don't feel guilt about it as I know that my ability to compartmentalize and dosify my consumption of the terror all around us is the only reason I'm even able to get out of bed in the morning, much less function like half of a human being.
All this is to say, whatever you are feeling is NORMAL. So if you're seeing this, take a moment to tap in and let us know how you're doing. Let's hold space for all the big and little things—and get ready for an amazing August as I work to fill out our calendar with fun ideas thanks to last week's poll.
Remember: if ever you need personalized support during these weird times as you work to build in light of the chaos, we'll be waiting for you in the IBL. Can't wait for you to join us.
Have a great weekend. ☀️
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Reflection Friday: How is your mind and spirit?
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