Oh Jen, this challenge speaks to me right now, just two weeks after my dad's passing, as it feels like the walls are closing in on this country of ours, as I work to get my novel into the copy editing phase. Two sentences. One in the morning and another in the evening. I can do that. We can do this, together!
My condolences, Nancy. And as for the copy editing phase ... you got this! The country ...
YES - I'm honored to take this journey with you. I think week 1 is simply about intention (and remembering I'm doing this. Lol). We'll see what happens from there. :)
Jen- Thanks for sharing this. Admittedly I'm unfamiliar with Levine's work, which I'll definitely add to my growing list of books I need to review and read. But anything that addresses meaning and mortality is usually worth the visit. Hope you're well this week, Jen-
Thanks for reading, Thalia! The Levine book is very short and almost like a quick meditation in of itself and his work in hospice care. I actually get a lot of positive energy from having the reminder - it's so easy to forget. (My pile of TBRs is wild, and I almost went to Barnes & Noble yesterday.)
First, Jen, I applaud your bravery in regards to accepting the position of leadership with the nonprofit. I don't say "bravery" hyperbolically. As I know you will dedicate your talent and experience with the energy and focus you apply to other matters, this will consume energy that requires intentional restoration. Travel well; they are in a good position with you at the helm and you will reap benefit.
With reservations, I accept your challenge. Thank you. I have been thriving in a comfortable self-asylum for a while but I need to break out of this orbit of inertia. I have stored several chapters of a CNF project that have accumulated digital dust in Word docs. With a mere year to remain it's time to inject energy into the inspiration I've begun and see the book to completion. Day 1, Week 1 just started. Again, thank you.
Day 2 Morning Reflections- By committing to this prompted project I am taking on more stress, ordering another obligation. What is the capacity of my TO-DO list?
This requires a balance with calmness or I’m merely further aggravating my compulsive personality. I'm still up for the challenge as I expect the award to be the discovery of then-me by May of '25.
My daughter was dying of brain cancer, my beloved Bob had Parkinson’s and I was diagnosed with colorectal Ca.
My beloveds didn’t survive physically but I sense them. I am still here. Without their physicality but with their spirit is I believe. Thick Nhat Hanh was/is still my savior. 3 weeks post op with an ileostomy bag and shortly prior to chemo, we three very sick ones attended a talk of his: 3 hours. ACTION. listening, reading, believing. All ACTIONS. . Sending love. I am still here.
You are HERE indeed (lucky rest of us), and I have no doubt that your loved ones live on in you. I am not surprised that Thich Nhat Hanh supported you through such loss. He was a truly gentle/powerful soul, and he left us so much wisdom.
Glad you are with me, Penrose. It'll be a year to remember.
Oh Jen, this challenge speaks to me right now, just two weeks after my dad's passing, as it feels like the walls are closing in on this country of ours, as I work to get my novel into the copy editing phase. Two sentences. One in the morning and another in the evening. I can do that. We can do this, together!
My condolences, Nancy. And as for the copy editing phase ... you got this! The country ...
YES - I'm honored to take this journey with you. I think week 1 is simply about intention (and remembering I'm doing this. Lol). We'll see what happens from there. :)
Jen- Thanks for sharing this. Admittedly I'm unfamiliar with Levine's work, which I'll definitely add to my growing list of books I need to review and read. But anything that addresses meaning and mortality is usually worth the visit. Hope you're well this week, Jen-
Thanks for reading, Thalia! The Levine book is very short and almost like a quick meditation in of itself and his work in hospice care. I actually get a lot of positive energy from having the reminder - it's so easy to forget. (My pile of TBRs is wild, and I almost went to Barnes & Noble yesterday.)
First, Jen, I applaud your bravery in regards to accepting the position of leadership with the nonprofit. I don't say "bravery" hyperbolically. As I know you will dedicate your talent and experience with the energy and focus you apply to other matters, this will consume energy that requires intentional restoration. Travel well; they are in a good position with you at the helm and you will reap benefit.
With reservations, I accept your challenge. Thank you. I have been thriving in a comfortable self-asylum for a while but I need to break out of this orbit of inertia. I have stored several chapters of a CNF project that have accumulated digital dust in Word docs. With a mere year to remain it's time to inject energy into the inspiration I've begun and see the book to completion. Day 1, Week 1 just started. Again, thank you.
This is brilliant news, Jim! I look forward to your updates (and public readings ... eh? Hint?).
Day 2 Morning Reflections- By committing to this prompted project I am taking on more stress, ordering another obligation. What is the capacity of my TO-DO list?
This requires a balance with calmness or I’m merely further aggravating my compulsive personality. I'm still up for the challenge as I expect the award to be the discovery of then-me by May of '25.
You rock, Jim. I like the reframe from "obligation" to "discovery." Maybe you'll even look forward to it after a while. Cheering you on.
A brilliant challenge and we are with you Jen.
My daughter was dying of brain cancer, my beloved Bob had Parkinson’s and I was diagnosed with colorectal Ca.
My beloveds didn’t survive physically but I sense them. I am still here. Without their physicality but with their spirit is I believe. Thick Nhat Hanh was/is still my savior. 3 weeks post op with an ileostomy bag and shortly prior to chemo, we three very sick ones attended a talk of his: 3 hours. ACTION. listening, reading, believing. All ACTIONS. . Sending love. I am still here.
You are HERE indeed (lucky rest of us), and I have no doubt that your loved ones live on in you. I am not surprised that Thich Nhat Hanh supported you through such loss. He was a truly gentle/powerful soul, and he left us so much wisdom.
Glad you are with me, Penrose. It'll be a year to remember.