This is such a beautifully written and soul stirring piece. I saw parts of myself in your words. I’ve often taken myself for granted too and quietly believing that becoming that woman is out of reach. Thanks for bringing the much needed self awareness. Love your articles, keeping writing!!
Well written. Not uncommon for women still figuring out their identity to be formed into the role and identity of motherhood, increasing detachment from self. As an older woman and having raised 6 children I wish I would have played more. Immersion into play with our children's is one way we heal, enjoy, fill gaps and find joy. Easy to be overwhelmed in all the responsibilities. I hope you immerse yourself more and more in your uniqueness and have joy being you. And what a wonderful role model to our children, other mothers etc if we can self nurture. Thanks for writing this.
First of all, thank you so much for reading and leaving such a thoughtful response. I completely agree. As women who haven’t always had the space or language to fully uncover our identities, I think motherhood can either absorb you completely or set you free. For me, thankfully, I’ve started to feel that shift toward freedom… like I’ve finally seen the light on that second path. And now I’m just so excited to release myself from old patterns and really allow myself to be fully me.
This is such a beautifully written and soul stirring piece. I saw parts of myself in your words. I’ve often taken myself for granted too and quietly believing that becoming that woman is out of reach. Thanks for bringing the much needed self awareness. Love your articles, keeping writing!!
Well written. Not uncommon for women still figuring out their identity to be formed into the role and identity of motherhood, increasing detachment from self. As an older woman and having raised 6 children I wish I would have played more. Immersion into play with our children's is one way we heal, enjoy, fill gaps and find joy. Easy to be overwhelmed in all the responsibilities. I hope you immerse yourself more and more in your uniqueness and have joy being you. And what a wonderful role model to our children, other mothers etc if we can self nurture. Thanks for writing this.
First of all, thank you so much for reading and leaving such a thoughtful response. I completely agree. As women who haven’t always had the space or language to fully uncover our identities, I think motherhood can either absorb you completely or set you free. For me, thankfully, I’ve started to feel that shift toward freedom… like I’ve finally seen the light on that second path. And now I’m just so excited to release myself from old patterns and really allow myself to be fully me.