Have you looked back at a time in your life when your world went topsy turvey and thought “I should have seen that coming” I am not asking this in the voice of some know-it-all, no.
I love this metaphor Teyani. So many ways to approach that little thread, though it seems “gently” is the key word. Whether that’s gently pulling or gently mending, eventually being intimate with one’s own vulnerability will bring the most lasting warmth.
Such depth and humanity in your writing. Our animalistic drive and unconscious noise has so much power when not observed and checked. So grateful to get that little palpable adjustment after reading beautiful, honest writing.
I've had similar experiences where I looked back and wondered how I missed the glaring red flags. It's like we're wearing these metaphorical sweaters, comfortable and familiar, yet they slowly unravel, and we find ourselves exposed to the harsh realities we'd been avoiding. The image of the loose thread is so powerful - that nagging feeling that something's not quite right, but the fear of unraveling the whole sweater keeps us from pulling on it. It takes courage to face those loose threads, to acknowledge the damage, and to begin the process of reweaving. Thank you for sharing your story and reminding us that self-examination and forgiveness are essential for growth and healing.
Thank you Alexander. It’s always reassuring to me when others acknowledge themselves while reading the parts of my history that have been most challenging to me.
A few people knew what I had gone through 12 years ago, and now it’s time to let the full sun shine on it.
Thank you for sharing this unraveling with us, Teyani. If you’re willing to expose your vulnerability, you’re opening yourself to the possibility of both healing and forgiveness.
I love this metaphor Teyani. So many ways to approach that little thread, though it seems “gently” is the key word. Whether that’s gently pulling or gently mending, eventually being intimate with one’s own vulnerability will bring the most lasting warmth.
Thank you Kimberly. I love the outcome of “lasting warmth”. It’s a goal worth reaching for.
I’ve done much if the forgiveness work, yet every now and then, a fragment surfaces still.
Such depth and humanity in your writing. Our animalistic drive and unconscious noise has so much power when not observed and checked. So grateful to get that little palpable adjustment after reading beautiful, honest writing.
Thank you sweet friend.
I've had similar experiences where I looked back and wondered how I missed the glaring red flags. It's like we're wearing these metaphorical sweaters, comfortable and familiar, yet they slowly unravel, and we find ourselves exposed to the harsh realities we'd been avoiding. The image of the loose thread is so powerful - that nagging feeling that something's not quite right, but the fear of unraveling the whole sweater keeps us from pulling on it. It takes courage to face those loose threads, to acknowledge the damage, and to begin the process of reweaving. Thank you for sharing your story and reminding us that self-examination and forgiveness are essential for growth and healing.
Thank you Alexander. It’s always reassuring to me when others acknowledge themselves while reading the parts of my history that have been most challenging to me.
A few people knew what I had gone through 12 years ago, and now it’s time to let the full sun shine on it.
Healing , forgiveness and kindness for all of us.
Thank you for sharing this unraveling with us, Teyani. If you’re willing to expose your vulnerability, you’re opening yourself to the possibility of both healing and forgiveness.
Thank you for the kind words of support Paul.
I’ve been processing the forgiveness for 12 years, and yes, it’s even more powerful to speak it out loud.