Leap to freedom
This powerful poem by ansel elkins was pasted in my Facebook group for Moonie Second Gens. It floored me. I don’t know if it resounds as deeply and mind-shatteringly for people who weren’t raised with strict, confining religious teachings – and specifically strict and...
I want nothing from you!
The other day, as I hugged my older child, I shared a truth with them. “I just like to love,” I said. They laughed and replied, “I know.” I guess I don’t hide it well, my delight in loving. I like giving to others and connecting. I like hugging and having deep,...
How do you learn to love yourself?
Someone I love very much asked me this recently. It’s a damn good question. I know I’ve struggled over the years with a lack of self-love. And self-care. And I know that I’ve worked hard to change that. I also know that, or at least think that, perhaps everyone...
