holding space

22/6/2020

I admit it – I’m struggling to find my new ‘normal’… you see, I’ve never really understood or embraced the concept of 'the norm', so now that no one else is feeling like their old self, I guess I’m in good company.

And the new 'normal'…seriously, how short-sighted is that, to expect that we will be anything like we once were.
There have been so many changes, shifts, reinventions and pirouettes.
Deep dives, leaps of faith and oh! so much pivoting!

We’ve been dancing on quicksand. Trying to find our footing – or at least something - anything - stable. To what end?

So that we can do more of the same that we’ve done for millennia? Busy work for the sake of being busy? The stuff of mindless occupation.

Today a colleague spoke of a deep dissatisfaction with the way things were. Of having little motivation, in spite of creative projects, possibilities and easing of restrictions. An almost overwhelming sense of ‘what’s the point’.

The point is that we are being invited to be the change. Humanity is changing, at a deep heart and soul level. Our world-view, our priorities, our inter-connectedness with all living things, our deeper connection with mother earth and our sense of belonging is changing. WE are changing. And that is uncomfortable. And unfamiliar. And laced with fear.

So I shared with my colleague some words that came to me in that moment, words that spoke to a deeper truth, a more profound wisdom for these times. And the words that came said:

“Hold space for yourself – first and foremost – to rediscover all the pieces of yourself that are coming to light. That are lining up to unfold their brilliance and their wisdom. Allow them the air and the nourishment that they desire. Recognise that more is coming into play for you, not just in this moment, but in all future moments. You are unfurling your joy, your capacity for love and your innate and most profound potential. You are changing. Hold space for who you are now, and for who you are becoming.”

And I thought to myself - That’s great advice. I’m going to do that.

What about you?

7 Comments

Marianna Pascal link

22/6/2020 19:51:48

Thank you Simone for this article. I feel less alone!

Kellie Ireland

23/6/2020 13:59:02

Thank you Simone - I needed to read this today.

Simone

23/6/2020 15:30:53

Thank you Kellie - I'm so glad it resonated for you. Big hugs. xx

23/6/2020 15:32:19

Marianna - Your original post was the inspiration so I'm glad it has helped you. Take care of you. xx

Pallas link

28/6/2020 18:36:04

This is so moving, Simone. I have been talking with friends and clients and so many feel as if we are being swept up as if by a tornado, away from any sense of groundedness, and instead, as you describe it so well, toward "changes, shifts, reinventions and pirouettes...
Deep dives, leaps of faith and oh! so much pivoting!". And while there is a clear sense of yearning to spend time and energy only on what's meaningful and fulfilling, it's very hard even too touch the tips of our toes to the ground or to get away from all the swirling noise. How do you hear your soul speak in the midst of all of this?

28/6/2020 22:52:53

Hallo Pallas - thank you so much for your comment and for asking such a valuable question. It feels like it would take another blog post to respond to it - so perhaps I'll do that too.
However, the answer that came to me is to say 'stillness'.
I know it is really hard to be still at the moment. But it is one of the things that will help with feeling more grounded and being able to hear the echo of the soul as it speaks. Go within - allow yourself to willingly withdraw.

This quote sums it up for me: "Surrender yourself to stillness… the truth you seek is already there."
Sending you much love.
xx
Simone

Monica Do Rozario

29/6/2020 17:28:53

What I am finding is that the group of people in my community are still expecting me to stand there and say nothing, when they gossip, slander my good name and generally treat me like dirt. I am 66 and I am done with it all, covid made me realise I don't need that sort of unhealthy influence in my life. I have 2 more jobs to do with this group and then I'm finishing up with them, and just reset my thinking as to where I am going next. Thanks Simone, such a great article and so necessary right now. Monica

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