Ever since I started living in the present I have found it easier to control my emotions and ultimately understand others better. I know it’s not a quick process but it can ultimately become easier with practice
Not in a “I’m too cool to gaf” way but in a way that’s like… I’m actually more focused on what’s in front of me and being present most of the time and not stressing over something I have no control over (like the past) or something I don’t have the solution to right now (the future). It took me soooo long to learn this but after consistently going to therapy weekly for 6 months straight I’m finally getting the hang of it and my therapist was right!!!!! Deal with it when it’s right in front of you and not when it’s still 100 miles away. BE PRESENT. :D
been on a CPTSD healing journey in somatic therapy and for the first time in my life, I’ve made peace with not being able to control how other people feel. by surrendering control and ending the habit of intellectualizing my feelings, I ride the wave of each embodied feeling, letting myself cry or shake or groove or stretch. as a result, I’ve found it easier to avoid self-betraying (by people pleasing or fawning). I’ve found my center 🥲
This year has been tough as I’ve been working on myself. the biggest thing I struggle with is patience. I’ve noticed that we react so quickly sometimes, good or bad, instead of processing things and having a clear idea. With me, I noticed when someone is learning something new, I get impatient and want to tell them how to do it versus letting them figure it out. Ive felt and noticed that I’m rushing too much. To get to work, to go home, to get ready, to go to the gym, to finish a task, etc. I don’t take in the day or smell the flowers. I don’t let time remain as is because I am trying my best to get so much done before the sun goes down. Over the past 5 months, I started to change my pace. I timed my days better to allow me to take in more details. I noticed things clearly for what they were and not shrugging them off as usual. I’m still learning and practicing a slower pace. I remain in my bubble, but aware of my actions and thoughts. Aware of when my patience becomes non existent and when it’s not enough. And no matter where I go or who I’m with, I remind myself: be patient.
i believe fashion could have a much greater impact if we started embracing our true interests instead of chasing trends and doing it for inclusivity Anyways here’s a song that serves as a commentary on this thought