This touched my heart, Leanne, bringing back memories of sitting by my mom's bedside as she made the journey from life to death. It was the hardest, most painful thing I've ever done, and I am so happy and grateful I was able to do it. I knew I was right where I needed and wanted to be and that helped a little.
I've found yoga practice to be one of the best ways to soothe my nervous system--I always feel better after some time on the mat. It also helps me slow down my chronic rushing, which I've been noticing constantly lately. Why am I in such a hurry?!
Exactly-- why are we all in such a hurry? The short answer is "capitalist conditioning," but I think it goes deeper than that. Have you read "Saving Time" by Jenny Odell? It breaks down why we all feel so beholden to clocks. I find the subject of time, particularly post-industrial time, fascinating-- but it doesn't make me feel less hurried! We're all products of our place in society, and some things can't be deprogrammed.
I haven't read Saving Time, but I just put it on my TBR list. I've read a few books on time and slowing down and usually found them helpful...at least until I forget what I read and return to my old habits :)
I just read "Bessie" and loved how you packed so much feeling into so few words. Nice job!
Thanks so much, Kathy!
This touched my heart, Leanne, bringing back memories of sitting by my mom's bedside as she made the journey from life to death. It was the hardest, most painful thing I've ever done, and I am so happy and grateful I was able to do it. I knew I was right where I needed and wanted to be and that helped a little.
I've found yoga practice to be one of the best ways to soothe my nervous system--I always feel better after some time on the mat. It also helps me slow down my chronic rushing, which I've been noticing constantly lately. Why am I in such a hurry?!
Exactly-- why are we all in such a hurry? The short answer is "capitalist conditioning," but I think it goes deeper than that. Have you read "Saving Time" by Jenny Odell? It breaks down why we all feel so beholden to clocks. I find the subject of time, particularly post-industrial time, fascinating-- but it doesn't make me feel less hurried! We're all products of our place in society, and some things can't be deprogrammed.
I haven't read Saving Time, but I just put it on my TBR list. I've read a few books on time and slowing down and usually found them helpful...at least until I forget what I read and return to my old habits :)