Dear Karen. Sorry I got to this one late, but it's such a beautiful piece, I'm glad I didn't miss it.
You're right, sensitivity is indeed a double edged sword, but in my experience, using it purposefully steers us away from its potentially negative aspects. I think you've really responded to a great desire to keep your sensitivity working well for you by writing your newsletter. So lovely that you are where you are and may you keep moving towards more and more happiness along this path!
Yes Karen, I see it that way too - I wouldn't have experienced many of the really special moments if I didn't always rely on finding silence, whether in nature or at home. The feeling of real inner peace, being completely fulfilled. Feels like heaven to me.
I'm so glad I met this woman. I love her. She knows the divinity of a single moment - precious , priceless, intrinsic as Nature herself. Thank you. When I see your newsletter..........I know I will be able to drop into a shared calm space of appreciation for life living - if just for a moment.
Karen- thanks for being you! I really cannot imagine you being someone else. You are a gift as yourself and your pictorial and prose reflections are equally a joy. Your post today is a wonderfully, positive counter- statement to what we see being postured by so many in our nation and the rest of the world. And I greatly appreciate your sharing on this day when those of us who follow the Christ Story with our lives celebrate the continued gift of new life coming from what we thought was lost. Love, Uncle Bill.
Another stunningly vulnerable, self-aware post from a "fellow" HSP. And the photos of all nature celebrating Easter new life are equally beautiful and revealing. Thank you! Have a blessed day!
Thank you Lauren! I just started listening to Susan Cain's new book, "Bittersweet". Have you seen it? She was on Brene Brown's podcast recently talking about it. I'm finding it interesting so far (I'm only in like chapter 2.)
No, didn't know about that one, but I will definitely look into it! I very much liked her book, "Quiet." I also am a fan of Elaine Aron, who first identified people as being HSP and wrote "The Highly Sensitive Person." A little more clinical, but very consoling to someone such as I who has apologized and beaten herself up for being an HSP since childhood. I now own it as a gift rather than a curse, although it's not always comfortable.
Your writing on Joy is so interesting. So much in what we name things. And now I'm listening to the playlist. :) I tried to comment on your post but it's set so only paid subscribers can comment (even though you don't have a paid subscription). It's a new setting the posting tool is defaulting to, happened to me last week. You can change it before or after you post if you want people to be able to comment.
Thanks for the kind words and for the tip on commenting. I was unaware that Substack made the change. I look forward to reading more of your posts. As a matter of fact, I might be writing something similar soon. :)
Dear Karen. Sorry I got to this one late, but it's such a beautiful piece, I'm glad I didn't miss it.
You're right, sensitivity is indeed a double edged sword, but in my experience, using it purposefully steers us away from its potentially negative aspects. I think you've really responded to a great desire to keep your sensitivity working well for you by writing your newsletter. So lovely that you are where you are and may you keep moving towards more and more happiness along this path!
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Thank you Vasant (and no need to apologize, I can't keep up with the reading myself so I figure people read them when they are meant to read them!).
Yes Karen, I see it that way too - I wouldn't have experienced many of the really special moments if I didn't always rely on finding silence, whether in nature or at home. The feeling of real inner peace, being completely fulfilled. Feels like heaven to me.
I think it's as close to heaven as we get. <3
Those synchronized pelicans still amaze me! The rest of these photos are amazing as usual. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you!
I'm so glad I met this woman. I love her. She knows the divinity of a single moment - precious , priceless, intrinsic as Nature herself. Thank you. When I see your newsletter..........I know I will be able to drop into a shared calm space of appreciation for life living - if just for a moment.
Thank you Tascha, that makes me so happy!
Karen- thanks for being you! I really cannot imagine you being someone else. You are a gift as yourself and your pictorial and prose reflections are equally a joy. Your post today is a wonderfully, positive counter- statement to what we see being postured by so many in our nation and the rest of the world. And I greatly appreciate your sharing on this day when those of us who follow the Christ Story with our lives celebrate the continued gift of new life coming from what we thought was lost. Love, Uncle Bill.
Thank you so much Uncle Bill. <3 Love you!
Beautifully written and a gentle reminder that self-acceptance is critical to see and receive the beauty that sustains us.
Thank you Oriah - I love that, "receive the beauty that sustains us". Yes!
I love your posts and pictures...just gorgeous. Thank you.
Thank you Julie!
Another stunningly vulnerable, self-aware post from a "fellow" HSP. And the photos of all nature celebrating Easter new life are equally beautiful and revealing. Thank you! Have a blessed day!
Thank you Lauren! I just started listening to Susan Cain's new book, "Bittersweet". Have you seen it? She was on Brene Brown's podcast recently talking about it. I'm finding it interesting so far (I'm only in like chapter 2.)
No, didn't know about that one, but I will definitely look into it! I very much liked her book, "Quiet." I also am a fan of Elaine Aron, who first identified people as being HSP and wrote "The Highly Sensitive Person." A little more clinical, but very consoling to someone such as I who has apologized and beaten herself up for being an HSP since childhood. I now own it as a gift rather than a curse, although it's not always comfortable.
i just adore your posts. it’s like i am there with you. hold onto your sensibilities
Your writing on Joy is so interesting. So much in what we name things. And now I'm listening to the playlist. :) I tried to comment on your post but it's set so only paid subscribers can comment (even though you don't have a paid subscription). It's a new setting the posting tool is defaulting to, happened to me last week. You can change it before or after you post if you want people to be able to comment.
Thanks for the kind words and for the tip on commenting. I was unaware that Substack made the change. I look forward to reading more of your posts. As a matter of fact, I might be writing something similar soon. :)
Thank you! And thank you for commenting because I've now found your lovely writings as well.
Thank you Martha!