If you feel it’s hard at the moment, it’s because it is. A lot to process.
An attempted coup in Washington adding to the sense of confusion and chaos. Take care of yourselves today 💜
This week, I’ve been doing my own processing. I’ve been wondering what to say on here – and right now I think it’s not about rushing to DO. It’s about holding space, honouring our feelings as they show up. Feeling validated in all the conflicting, confusing, heavy emotions that come with pandemic fatigue.
💫What I keep coming back to is the idea that, as in the title of Bessel van der Kolk’s book, our bodies keep the score.
💫I was reminded of this myself when I woke at 3am one night after Monday’s announcement. My body full of busy feelings, still adrenalin-flooded, awake with processing when my mind couldn’t find the words.
💜We ALL struggle – it’s part of our shared humanity. So know this - you’re not alone.
💜We WILL cope: we did before and we will again. But for now we’re making sense. Still adjusting to shifting sands.
What about you? What would you add to the infographic?