This is absolutely beautiful. I have written to my younger self -- at different stages. Now, you've inspired me to embrace that in this season. Thank you, Karen, for your resilient example -- and your vulnerability!
Very courageous and honest stuff here, Karen. You are introspective and wise, some of the hallmarks of going along life's way. And as an observational aside, Your Younger Self actually LOOKS remarkably the same as today - lucky you! P.S. Whilst I haven't yet done this particular kind of letter, I did write a letter to My Anxious Self to offer reassurance that even massive anxiety can be fleeting even though I am convinced at the time that it is my new reality and here to stay etc. I suffer with travel anxiety especially/being away from home too but usually it's just that first settling in period of one day and one (anxious) night. Re-reading this calming set of notes to myself has been surprisingly helpful xo
On a similar theme, have you seen the movie My Old Ass, starring Aubrey Plaza? Similar theme of a 39-year old meeting and advising her 18-year old self. Really well done.
This is absolutely beautiful. I have written to my younger self -- at different stages. Now, you've inspired me to embrace that in this season. Thank you, Karen, for your resilient example -- and your vulnerability!
Thanks so much for this comment, Stacy … it means a lot ! Getting feedback and acknowledgement on this journey is important and helpful 🩵
Very courageous and honest stuff here, Karen. You are introspective and wise, some of the hallmarks of going along life's way. And as an observational aside, Your Younger Self actually LOOKS remarkably the same as today - lucky you! P.S. Whilst I haven't yet done this particular kind of letter, I did write a letter to My Anxious Self to offer reassurance that even massive anxiety can be fleeting even though I am convinced at the time that it is my new reality and here to stay etc. I suffer with travel anxiety especially/being away from home too but usually it's just that first settling in period of one day and one (anxious) night. Re-reading this calming set of notes to myself has been surprisingly helpful xo
Many thanks Sue … I’d love to read your letter !
That's inspiring and beautiful, Karen.
On a similar theme, have you seen the movie My Old Ass, starring Aubrey Plaza? Similar theme of a 39-year old meeting and advising her 18-year old self. Really well done.
Thank you Wendy! That movie is on my list.
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Great letter. I haven’t done it yet but plan to do it. You brought hope and tenderness and objectivity to it… well done! 🙋♀️❣️
Thanks Elizabeth.. I'd love to read your letter... 🩵
Wow Karen, this is absolutely beautiful! Such compassion towards your self. 💖