"When we ignore all of the darkness, light has little meaning. And the truth is, there’s a lot we don’t choose in this experience, but one choice we can make is to bear witness to all of it." profound and touching, Rachel. Thank you for putting this in to words for us!
This reminds me:
Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding. -Khalil Gibran
This is so moving, Rachel! Again, you find a beautiful way to express yourself. There are so many people who can benefit from your gifts. You have so much to offer all of us. You have never stopped shining to me and your courage to move through ( and out of) your darkness only makes you shine brighter. - Erin
Turning toward darkness
"When we ignore all of the darkness, light has little meaning. And the truth is, there’s a lot we don’t choose in this experience, but one choice we can make is to bear witness to all of it." profound and touching, Rachel. Thank you for putting this in to words for us!
This reminds me:
Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding. -Khalil Gibran
You and your words are such a thoughtful reminder that even after it gets dark, seedlings continue to grow. Thank you for sharing this!
-Ariel
Thanks to you for sharing such an insightful post! Words can be so powerful.
“When we ignore all of the darkness, light has little meaning.” So beautifully put. Thank you.
Learning to be ok with not being ok is not something anyone ever really talks about. Thank you for shining a light on your experience here.
This is so moving, Rachel! Again, you find a beautiful way to express yourself. There are so many people who can benefit from your gifts. You have so much to offer all of us. You have never stopped shining to me and your courage to move through ( and out of) your darkness only makes you shine brighter. - Erin