What a lovely post and thank you for sharing it with us on Substack. I was immediately struck by what you said on elders and was reminded of Stephen Jenkinson's book, Come of Age: A Case for Elderhood in a Time of Trouble. I wonder if you've read it and what you made of it? Take care, Julian
Hi Julian! I had not heard of this brilliant man and his pearls before. After reading your comment, I got sent down a Stephen Jenkinson rabbithole. It went straight to my heart.
I think this is what this interweb is made for. To connect us in such timely and beautiful ways. Thank you for sharing this.
I had a similar experience in the “death trade.” For 20 hospital years, I held space for thousands of humans at deathbeds- none were not ready for transition. At each encounter, I was asked and begged for a reversal of natural law.
I left it. This can’t be what I am here for.
Death phobia is epidemic.
I requested that book at my library. I look forward to reading it! Thank you.
Thee are the most endearing and beautiful words that have blessed and cheered me in a long time and I am deeply grateful for you, your insights and understanding of our human souls.
"I hold your broken hearts in my heart right now. And there is still vacancy. How beautiful."
Gary, dear friend. Your heart is so kind and spacious. I am grateful for you and to connect with you here. Love helps us navigate these turbulent waters. May we protect our heart lights through these powerful storms.
I’m grateful for the reminder for gratitude. May it lift our tattered hearts so that we may strengthen together despite tragedy and because of tragedy. Your words are beautiful.
Nessa my beautiful MD sister I’m still in the conventional sick care world as a Hospitalist transitioning to an integrative functional care model
When I hear your words I feel like if I had not lost my creative voice to trauma this is exactly how I will speak
Thx for being my soul’s voice .
My heart feels for your big hospitalisting heart. What we witness and endure in and out of hospital settings is so so hard.
May you have peace and clarity before, during, and after this stormy transition.
Sending hopes for swift creativity to flow your way. May you listen for your voice. ✨
This is so soothing post call
🫶🏻🫂🙏
Your words thoughts and heart open up like a flower to warm and be warmed and they ward off the chill.
These words are so kind. Thank you.
What a lovely post and thank you for sharing it with us on Substack. I was immediately struck by what you said on elders and was reminded of Stephen Jenkinson's book, Come of Age: A Case for Elderhood in a Time of Trouble. I wonder if you've read it and what you made of it? Take care, Julian
Hi Julian! I had not heard of this brilliant man and his pearls before. After reading your comment, I got sent down a Stephen Jenkinson rabbithole. It went straight to my heart.
I think this is what this interweb is made for. To connect us in such timely and beautiful ways. Thank you for sharing this.
I had a similar experience in the “death trade.” For 20 hospital years, I held space for thousands of humans at deathbeds- none were not ready for transition. At each encounter, I was asked and begged for a reversal of natural law.
I left it. This can’t be what I am here for.
Death phobia is epidemic.
I requested that book at my library. I look forward to reading it! Thank you.
My pleasure 😊
I am also curious what his thoughts on matrimony are. I have never gotten behind that institution personally.
Thee are the most endearing and beautiful words that have blessed and cheered me in a long time and I am deeply grateful for you, your insights and understanding of our human souls.
"I hold your broken hearts in my heart right now. And there is still vacancy. How beautiful."
Gary, dear friend. Your heart is so kind and spacious. I am grateful for you and to connect with you here. Love helps us navigate these turbulent waters. May we protect our heart lights through these powerful storms.
I’m grateful for the reminder for gratitude. May it lift our tattered hearts so that we may strengthen together despite tragedy and because of tragedy. Your words are beautiful.
Thank you for your kindnesses. I appreciate you taking precious time in this chaotic world to be here and to comment. May we all find peace.