This is beautiful and just what I need to read in this moment. I appreciate the journaling prompts. Thank you! This in between times feels like a grief and a joy, ebbing and flowing with it each day.
I deeply feel what you said — this in-between really does hold both grief and joy, sometimes within the same breath. It’s such a tender place to live in, and your words capture that beautifully.
I’m so glad the journaling prompts could meet you in this moment. Holding space with you as you ebb and flow through it.
Thank you and yes it flows with every breath. As if I can feel the pulls of polarity between the joy and grief while also witnessing myself experiencing, the more I witness, acknowledge and allow in the still moments the more I feel a mothering of myself and a warm embrace.
Alicia, this is so deeply felt and beautifully said.
There’s such tenderness in how you’re allowing yourself to witness and experience both the joy and grief — not as opposites, but as part of the same breath. That image of “mothering yourself” really stayed with me. It’s such a powerful reminder that we can hold ourselves through the shifts, with softness and strength.
Thank you for sharing this so openly. It’s a gift to read your words.
Naming the version of ourselves that others want to keep frozen can be one of the hardest steps in letting go. But it’s also one of the most freeing. You captured that tension so beautifully — the push to evolve versus the pressure to remain recognizable.
Oh, I feel this topic so deeply right now, and look forward to my writings over the weekend to explore where I am in transition. Thank you for putting into words what this weird unsettled place I’ve been in recently.
Melissa, thank you so much for sharing this. That “weird unsettled place” is so real — and you’re not alone in it.
I’m really glad the piece gave some shape to what you’ve been feeling. I hope your weekend writing brings clarity, release, or even just a gentle pause. Sometimes, putting language to transition is the first step to moving through it.
You're so beautiful and this writing speaks to who you are wanting show amazing you are.
One of the thing we all struggle so much with is carrying ourself with the entire package of who we are as our identity even when somehow we feel that some part of it is not necessary - I speak from experience Sara.
Ral, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your reflections so openly.
You’re right — it can be so hard to let go of the parts of ourselves we’ve carried for so long, even when we know they’re no longer needed. I really appreciate how you named that tension — it’s something many of us feel but rarely say aloud.
I’m honored the piece resonated with you. Thank you again for reading with such heart.
I love this. It is truth and beauty and all the things we feel and perhaps do not say out loud. Or are afraid to say to anyone. We all need to shed skins, let go of bits and pieces of us in order to become who are next. Thank You!
Xerlan, thank you — this is such a beautiful reflection.
Yes to shedding skins, to letting go of pieces that no longer serve, and to becoming who we are next. I felt every word of what you shared. It takes courage to name what so many of us feel but rarely say out loud.
I’m so grateful this resonated with you. Thank you for meeting the piece with such openness and truth.
Thank you. I’m 64 and have been many things but these last few years I’m ignored. It shocks me. But you’ve given me a way forward. Stop trying to define myself so I’m comfortable, I’ll let go and become immediately worth respect. There’s always a first time.
Rebecca, thank you for sharing this with such honesty. Your words stopped me in my tracks.
I’m deeply moved by your strength and your willingness to begin again — with intention, with fire, and with dignity. You are not invisible here. You are seen. And your becoming is worthy of respect not just now, but always.
There’s so much power in letting go on your own terms. I’m honored this piece could be a part of that moment for you.
You’re right - Who we are truly shapes the impact of what we do. I appreciate you taking the time to share this insight — it adds even more depth to the reflection.
That means the world to me — I hoped this piece would feel like both a mirror and a gentle nudge forward. I’m so glad it offered a bit of optimism and grounded faith in the journey back to self.
Thank you so much, Emma. That means a lot to me — I wanted the journaling challenge to feel like an open door, not just a takeaway. I’m so glad it resonated with you.
Thank you so much. That truly means a lot. I write from a place of deep reflection and honesty, so knowing it resonates in this way makes it all worth it. I’m grateful you’re here.
I loved this post Sara, thank you for sharing. Your writing is exquisite, just to the point, poetic enough yet full of grounded wisdom. Recommended you!
This is beautiful and just what I need to read in this moment. I appreciate the journaling prompts. Thank you! This in between times feels like a grief and a joy, ebbing and flowing with it each day.
I deeply feel what you said — this in-between really does hold both grief and joy, sometimes within the same breath. It’s such a tender place to live in, and your words capture that beautifully.
I’m so glad the journaling prompts could meet you in this moment. Holding space with you as you ebb and flow through it.
Thank you and yes it flows with every breath. As if I can feel the pulls of polarity between the joy and grief while also witnessing myself experiencing, the more I witness, acknowledge and allow in the still moments the more I feel a mothering of myself and a warm embrace.
Alicia, this is so deeply felt and beautifully said.
There’s such tenderness in how you’re allowing yourself to witness and experience both the joy and grief — not as opposites, but as part of the same breath. That image of “mothering yourself” really stayed with me. It’s such a powerful reminder that we can hold ourselves through the shifts, with softness and strength.
Thank you for sharing this so openly. It’s a gift to read your words.
Thank you and happy to hear that resonates with you. It truly is how I am moving through it
Oh this rings true. I love the idea of naming the version of me—maybe the version of me who others want to stay the same…
Yes, Michelle — that part is so real.
Naming the version of ourselves that others want to keep frozen can be one of the hardest steps in letting go. But it’s also one of the most freeing. You captured that tension so beautifully — the push to evolve versus the pressure to remain recognizable.
Thank you! So grateful I found and read this today 🙏💖
This means a lot!! So glad this resonated with you Lisa 💕
I love the idea of taking a pause and thanking a version of myself.
This is a beautiful outlook in our constant-transformative nature. Thank you
Thank you for this💐
Oh, I feel this topic so deeply right now, and look forward to my writings over the weekend to explore where I am in transition. Thank you for putting into words what this weird unsettled place I’ve been in recently.
Melissa, thank you so much for sharing this. That “weird unsettled place” is so real — and you’re not alone in it.
I’m really glad the piece gave some shape to what you’ve been feeling. I hope your weekend writing brings clarity, release, or even just a gentle pause. Sometimes, putting language to transition is the first step to moving through it.
You're so beautiful and this writing speaks to who you are wanting show amazing you are.
One of the thing we all struggle so much with is carrying ourself with the entire package of who we are as our identity even when somehow we feel that some part of it is not necessary - I speak from experience Sara.
Thank you so much dearest
Ral, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your reflections so openly.
You’re right — it can be so hard to let go of the parts of ourselves we’ve carried for so long, even when we know they’re no longer needed. I really appreciate how you named that tension — it’s something many of us feel but rarely say aloud.
I’m honored the piece resonated with you. Thank you again for reading with such heart.
I love this. It is truth and beauty and all the things we feel and perhaps do not say out loud. Or are afraid to say to anyone. We all need to shed skins, let go of bits and pieces of us in order to become who are next. Thank You!
Xerlan, thank you — this is such a beautiful reflection.
Yes to shedding skins, to letting go of pieces that no longer serve, and to becoming who we are next. I felt every word of what you shared. It takes courage to name what so many of us feel but rarely say out loud.
I’m so grateful this resonated with you. Thank you for meeting the piece with such openness and truth.
Thank you. I’m 64 and have been many things but these last few years I’m ignored. It shocks me. But you’ve given me a way forward. Stop trying to define myself so I’m comfortable, I’ll let go and become immediately worth respect. There’s always a first time.
Rebecca, thank you for sharing this with such honesty. Your words stopped me in my tracks.
I’m deeply moved by your strength and your willingness to begin again — with intention, with fire, and with dignity. You are not invisible here. You are seen. And your becoming is worthy of respect not just now, but always.
There’s so much power in letting go on your own terms. I’m honored this piece could be a part of that moment for you.
Good stuff Sara. It’s who you are that determines how well what you do works. Well thought out
You’re right - Who we are truly shapes the impact of what we do. I appreciate you taking the time to share this insight — it adds even more depth to the reflection.
Lovely article 💎
Thank you 😊
Great read and one that creates optimism and faith in the journey back to self❤️🙏✨
That means the world to me — I hoped this piece would feel like both a mirror and a gentle nudge forward. I’m so glad it offered a bit of optimism and grounded faith in the journey back to self.
I enjoy how you have offered a practical way to explore this through journaling. Thank you
Thank you so much, Emma. That means a lot to me — I wanted the journaling challenge to feel like an open door, not just a takeaway. I’m so glad it resonated with you.
I appreciate your generosity of spirit as expressed through your writing. Thank you.
Thank you so much. That truly means a lot. I write from a place of deep reflection and honesty, so knowing it resonates in this way makes it all worth it. I’m grateful you’re here.
I’m grateful to be here. Keep it up! It matters.❤️
I loved this post Sara, thank you for sharing. Your writing is exquisite, just to the point, poetic enough yet full of grounded wisdom. Recommended you!