I'm definitely one of those who knows beyond a shadow of a doubt that the Universe holds me in its hands, even when things go wrong. It doesn't mean things don't go wrong, of course. Sometimes the things that go wrong did indeed need to happen to clear the way for something better, sometimes it means that shit happens and things are going to be okay anyway.
I think here of the article I wrote for the Beatles website I used to write for, the one I poured my heart and soul into, the one I thought would kill me before it was finished. The one that laid bare the inner contours of my heart. And the way the editor told me not only that he wouldn't publish it, but that he wouldn't publish it because he thought it would put bad energies into the world. I think about how much I cried over that (and never told him). And I think now about how grateful I am that it wasn't published, because he was right -- it would have put bad things into the world, although not the ones he was thinking of. That's just one of many examples. I felt victimized and misunderstood, and I suppose I was -- but ultimately, I'm so grateful for the rejection.
It's not always like that, of course. Sometimes bad things just happen and they're not fair, that's true. But more and more, I've seen that if I dance in good faith with the world, if I do my best -- and that's my contract with the Universe, that I will not rely on its grace to save me, but will always do my best to save myself -- things work out exactly as they should, even if it takes awhile for me to understand why. Even if I never understand why.
All of this, I should add, only started to happen once I surrendered to passion and let go of all the other bullshit.
Anyway, I wish this for you as well, of course. And I can relate to that experience of sitting writing in a lovely cafe in a community where you are known. That's a fantasy of mine, too, that has yet to come true. I'm glad you had it for awhile, anyway, and I suspect you'll have it again, because of course, we take our dreams and ourselves with us wherever we go. <3
Nora, I don’t know how you just write on things I am currently contemplating on! I believe you are my synchronicity!!! I’ve been thinking a lot lately on victimhood. Most times, I do not want to accept that I am a victim because I do not want to accept that a universal being of love and light who is part of me is capable of inflicting such pain. Instead, it’s easier for me to believe that it was all necessary to help me reach somewhere. But I now realise that as I am holding on to this belief, I am not allowing myself to completely feel whatever is coming up for me. I’m brushing it off with this belief! I don’t know if I am making much sense to you but I am sending you so much love Nora! Please be kind and gentle towards yourself during this change in your life!!
You are making perfect sense, and I am happy to know that what I am putting out there is what you need in the moment. Thank you for your wishes and sending you love in return.
If you're not familiar with the term "spiritual bypassing" you may find it helpful to look it up. It's what you're talking about in your comment regarding your belief not allowing you to feel the totality of your emotions.
Oh Nora, you are someone I honor, your frankness, your accessibility to your feelings, truth and wisdom. I send you soooooooo much love and perhaps the support of Archangel Michael, to support you all in your journey ahead, full of safety and joy and ease.
Thank you for sharing yourself with us Nora. It’s always a gift. I’ve sat for ages wondering when will I start writing finally?!?! I know you know that feeling. This piece, maybe more than anything else, gives me inspiration and embodies what sharing your story from where you’re at and letting it be exactly as it is really means. I love your realness and your humanness and am so grateful for the ever-present invite for each of us to be more ourselves too. Best of luck to you in the final days 🙏🏼🤞🏼
I am impressed to be reading your writing so close to your move!
I empathise with you both - with the expense and effort of moving one’s belongings a long distance (having just moved 4000km across Australia), and also the emotional release required to let go of a lot of belongings… it can feel very emptying especially when you don’t know where home is! Sending energy to you both for the energetic/emotional/ physical upheaval you are navigating. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just create some fairy portals to move our belongings through and skip the moving companies all together? lol
I'm definitely one of those who knows beyond a shadow of a doubt that the Universe holds me in its hands, even when things go wrong. It doesn't mean things don't go wrong, of course. Sometimes the things that go wrong did indeed need to happen to clear the way for something better, sometimes it means that shit happens and things are going to be okay anyway.
I think here of the article I wrote for the Beatles website I used to write for, the one I poured my heart and soul into, the one I thought would kill me before it was finished. The one that laid bare the inner contours of my heart. And the way the editor told me not only that he wouldn't publish it, but that he wouldn't publish it because he thought it would put bad energies into the world. I think about how much I cried over that (and never told him). And I think now about how grateful I am that it wasn't published, because he was right -- it would have put bad things into the world, although not the ones he was thinking of. That's just one of many examples. I felt victimized and misunderstood, and I suppose I was -- but ultimately, I'm so grateful for the rejection.
It's not always like that, of course. Sometimes bad things just happen and they're not fair, that's true. But more and more, I've seen that if I dance in good faith with the world, if I do my best -- and that's my contract with the Universe, that I will not rely on its grace to save me, but will always do my best to save myself -- things work out exactly as they should, even if it takes awhile for me to understand why. Even if I never understand why.
All of this, I should add, only started to happen once I surrendered to passion and let go of all the other bullshit.
Anyway, I wish this for you as well, of course. And I can relate to that experience of sitting writing in a lovely cafe in a community where you are known. That's a fantasy of mine, too, that has yet to come true. I'm glad you had it for awhile, anyway, and I suspect you'll have it again, because of course, we take our dreams and ourselves with us wherever we go. <3
Beautiful, thank you so much, Faith. I would respond with something longer, but......packing, ewaste, cleaning, selling.
Your writing and sentiments are beautiful@
Thank you ❤️
Nora, I enjoy your writing, and look forward to reading more about your upcoming adventures. Happy trails !
Thank you so much, Maura.
Nora, I don’t know how you just write on things I am currently contemplating on! I believe you are my synchronicity!!! I’ve been thinking a lot lately on victimhood. Most times, I do not want to accept that I am a victim because I do not want to accept that a universal being of love and light who is part of me is capable of inflicting such pain. Instead, it’s easier for me to believe that it was all necessary to help me reach somewhere. But I now realise that as I am holding on to this belief, I am not allowing myself to completely feel whatever is coming up for me. I’m brushing it off with this belief! I don’t know if I am making much sense to you but I am sending you so much love Nora! Please be kind and gentle towards yourself during this change in your life!!
You are making perfect sense, and I am happy to know that what I am putting out there is what you need in the moment. Thank you for your wishes and sending you love in return.
If you're not familiar with the term "spiritual bypassing" you may find it helpful to look it up. It's what you're talking about in your comment regarding your belief not allowing you to feel the totality of your emotions.
Thank you Nora! I’ll look it up.
You speak to my heart.
Thank you, Love
Oh Nora, you are someone I honor, your frankness, your accessibility to your feelings, truth and wisdom. I send you soooooooo much love and perhaps the support of Archangel Michael, to support you all in your journey ahead, full of safety and joy and ease.
Thank you so much. We feel your support and love
Thank you for sharing yourself with us Nora. It’s always a gift. I’ve sat for ages wondering when will I start writing finally?!?! I know you know that feeling. This piece, maybe more than anything else, gives me inspiration and embodies what sharing your story from where you’re at and letting it be exactly as it is really means. I love your realness and your humanness and am so grateful for the ever-present invite for each of us to be more ourselves too. Best of luck to you in the final days 🙏🏼🤞🏼
Thank you so much, Helen.
Hugs and love
I am impressed to be reading your writing so close to your move!
I empathise with you both - with the expense and effort of moving one’s belongings a long distance (having just moved 4000km across Australia), and also the emotional release required to let go of a lot of belongings… it can feel very emptying especially when you don’t know where home is! Sending energy to you both for the energetic/emotional/ physical upheaval you are navigating. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could just create some fairy portals to move our belongings through and skip the moving companies all together? lol
Love to you
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Thank you, Jess!
I think the writing is helping me right now, so it's something I am prioritizing amidst the rubble of our lives.
Ooooh, yes, moving faerie portals
Must have.
I did call upon the faeries for assistance yesterday and we did get a remarkable amount done since.
Fabulous! Sounds much more fun with fairies!
Look forward to your next update. Godspeed! ☁️🌈💚
Thank you and love and hugs in return
Jess...you are so right on! Love to you for your words and you.
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Nora... you are a gem!
Thank you so much :)