Faye, I am so in awe of your courage to be unapologetically yourself and tell your story honestly and without fear of judgement (or at least that’s how it seems). Perhaps because I’m South Asian and currently living in South Asia, or have perfectionist tendencies, or several other factors, it’s hard for me to fathom being this open. It requires such a strong trust in the universe, and makes me think my faith is not as strong as I thought it was. As always, I loved learning more about you and your journey.❤️ By the way, is there a site or video or something from John Wineland that you would recommend?
You bring up so many interesting points, Nida. As always, thank you for the very kind words. I cannot imagine what it is like to be South Asian or live in South Asia but I do know that of course the openness of our culture has an impact on how openly we express ourselves. I don't think it has anything to do with your faith - I feel your faith in every word you write. It feels like, while you may outwardly question it, you trust where you are on your journey. To me, your words feel resonant, powerful, and curious.
For me... I lost all faith for a while. Renounced god or anything greater than what I could see. When that didn't "work" I began searching for something to believe in and the first thing I found that made sense was my own lived experience. That was what I'd been searching for all along - permission to feel how I felt, the perfectionist parts, the afraid parts, the untrusting parts. In writing it down and sharing it I feel a catharsis and empowerment - i no longer feel the need to limit myself based on the part of me that cares what others may think or how they'll judge me because i know that never serves me from so many years of relying only on the external as my compass.
So good👏 ‘swamp witch’😂 hell yes…I feel you on going too hard w yoga. I used to be a yoga teacher and quit because it just stirred up major anxiety and I used it as a form of self-avoidance. Thanks for sharing your healing journey♥️
omg yes yoga as a form of self avoidance. I've always felt an ick factor in yoga communities and I think this is why. There's a prevalent sense of subtle shame and judgement. Thank you for seeing me 👁️
So much in this piece Faye⚡️⚡️⚡️I enjoy the utterly transparent lens through which you are reflecting your deep personal experience. Clarity always reads well.
Thank you, Faye. Sometimes I think I must be out of my mind for trusting in my intuition and having experiences without all the "extra." Relieved to find I'm not the only one!! XO
Hell yes, woman! You’re in good company here. Of course people who are afraid of the body’s wisdom will call intuitive knowing “crazy” especially when it comes from a woman… but they can fuck right off
Woah. I’ll comment again when I have something more to say. 👏🏼
I like when you tell stories from your own life. 🩷
I feel so happy hearing that. Thank you Don! I'm excited to keep pulling this thread
"I always felt my soul was here for something more than the norm they seemed to covet." What a blast you are!
Oh, I do my best, Wes! It's always great to receive your comments.
Whoop! Such an explosion of wisdom and energy.
Glad you enjoyed it Ros! Thank you 🌹
Faye, I am so in awe of your courage to be unapologetically yourself and tell your story honestly and without fear of judgement (or at least that’s how it seems). Perhaps because I’m South Asian and currently living in South Asia, or have perfectionist tendencies, or several other factors, it’s hard for me to fathom being this open. It requires such a strong trust in the universe, and makes me think my faith is not as strong as I thought it was. As always, I loved learning more about you and your journey.❤️ By the way, is there a site or video or something from John Wineland that you would recommend?
You bring up so many interesting points, Nida. As always, thank you for the very kind words. I cannot imagine what it is like to be South Asian or live in South Asia but I do know that of course the openness of our culture has an impact on how openly we express ourselves. I don't think it has anything to do with your faith - I feel your faith in every word you write. It feels like, while you may outwardly question it, you trust where you are on your journey. To me, your words feel resonant, powerful, and curious.
For me... I lost all faith for a while. Renounced god or anything greater than what I could see. When that didn't "work" I began searching for something to believe in and the first thing I found that made sense was my own lived experience. That was what I'd been searching for all along - permission to feel how I felt, the perfectionist parts, the afraid parts, the untrusting parts. In writing it down and sharing it I feel a catharsis and empowerment - i no longer feel the need to limit myself based on the part of me that cares what others may think or how they'll judge me because i know that never serves me from so many years of relying only on the external as my compass.
oh and ps. here is john wineland's blog: https://www.johnwineland.com/blog
if you search him on youtube you'll also find a bunch of video, but most of the video content on his website is subscription based.
Thank you! I will check him out.
Goosebumps and shivers!! Wow! ♥️
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So good👏 ‘swamp witch’😂 hell yes…I feel you on going too hard w yoga. I used to be a yoga teacher and quit because it just stirred up major anxiety and I used it as a form of self-avoidance. Thanks for sharing your healing journey♥️
omg yes yoga as a form of self avoidance. I've always felt an ick factor in yoga communities and I think this is why. There's a prevalent sense of subtle shame and judgement. Thank you for seeing me 👁️
So much in this piece Faye⚡️⚡️⚡️I enjoy the utterly transparent lens through which you are reflecting your deep personal experience. Clarity always reads well.
Thank you Emma. It is a deep honor and joy be felt and seen in my clarity. I'm so grateful to have you here 🌹
Thank you, Faye. Sometimes I think I must be out of my mind for trusting in my intuition and having experiences without all the "extra." Relieved to find I'm not the only one!! XO
Hell yes, woman! You’re in good company here. Of course people who are afraid of the body’s wisdom will call intuitive knowing “crazy” especially when it comes from a woman… but they can fuck right off
This is invigorating ❤️
Glad you enjoyed it, Paolo! ✨
Thank you 🙏
I relate to so much of this.