Notes for turbulent times. Please read
Just like you, I pray for the war to stop now, before it's too late.
Just like you, I experience fear, anxiety, anger, frustration, desire to help followed by the storm of apathy immediately.
Just like you, I have family, directly or indirectly affected. Just like you, I was at the Amsterdam square and was in awe seeing thousands of people standing up for justice and peace. I also felt unease because every molecule of air was filled with anger, terror, and desire for revenge. Just like you, I feel terrified, hunted by ambiguity. I want to run, scream, demand, and blame in moments like these.
Just like you, I am a human, and I am a soon-to-be mother.
All the words are said, posted, and shared. All opinions are expressed. Everyone is affected.
We all are vibrating on the same frequency of anger, frustration, and fear because WE CARE and because each of us suffers. Each and every one of us is hurt—even those who seem to be silent. Some of us are just better at articulating it and expressing it.
Please, see below how you can support yourself and others:
- Now, it is more important than ever to be smart what you are paying attention to 100% of the time. Anger and fear are contagious. It's normal. We have been wired this way to survive. But please, remember that most difficult times also and always give rise to the most touching moments of compassion and love. Please, pay attention to both. Do not only see terror. See how we, as human nature, get together, support and help those who are in need. Notice acts of kindness and create your own. Do not let anger and terror be the only force that drives you. Create conditions for compassion and love, too. They both come from the same source. Use both. Don't use just one.
"Eye for an eye will make the whole world blind" – Gandhi.
- When the world is collapsing, and your mental state is under severe pressure, remember to turn to what's unshakable. Find a moment to feel the ground underneath you, the breath within you, the love you feel for your child or partner or parent, the sun that shines on you, the drop of rain that touches your skin, the blow of wind that brushes through your hair. These are unshakable. These moments can be your place of momentary INNER peace to PAUSE and recharge. Make this pause. Take this refuge so that you can continue standing up for what you genuinely care about, so that your mind is still, and your actions are wise.
Katia