Thanks for sharing. I too struggle with woulda-coulda-shoulda. It cost me my sanity for a while. Grateful for friends who saw my downward spiral, gave me an honest assessment, and helped me seek professional help. A year and a half later I have a much better handle on my anxiety and my depression has lifted.
I’m so glad you were able to resonate with this piece! Ahhh, I’m grateful for my community as well. Having the right friends around is so important. I’m happy that you’re doing better and am rooted for you!🫶🏾
This vulnerable storytelling sparked my entire soul. It’s so relatable! At certain parts I found myself nodding in agreement with the wisdom you’ve gained along your experiences. Amazing work again Amirah!
I couldn’t agree more Kelsey! It feels good finding your corner in Substack. I’m still fairly new to the platform and I’m enjoying the writers I’ve connected with through that reflection you are speaking of. It’s almost healing in its own way…
Amirah, you could have been writing about my own life. I feel much resonance with your journey. The words it evoked for me were: heartbreak, beauty and hope. Round and round we go. Your one-sentence practice in moments of hardship is inspiring. Thank you for your words and teaching.
🥹 and WOW to think I wasn’t going to submit this essay because I didn’t know if it was too personal or if anyone would feel the same / similarly. I’m grateful that you felt a connection with this piece!🫶🏾
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"The birds of sorrow will land on your head.
Don't let them build a nest!"
Thank you for the reminder!!!
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Thanks for sharing. I too struggle with woulda-coulda-shoulda. It cost me my sanity for a while. Grateful for friends who saw my downward spiral, gave me an honest assessment, and helped me seek professional help. A year and a half later I have a much better handle on my anxiety and my depression has lifted.
I’m so glad you were able to resonate with this piece! Ahhh, I’m grateful for my community as well. Having the right friends around is so important. I’m happy that you’re doing better and am rooted for you!🫶🏾
This vulnerable storytelling sparked my entire soul. It’s so relatable! At certain parts I found myself nodding in agreement with the wisdom you’ve gained along your experiences. Amazing work again Amirah!
I felt the same way Jacquie! I'm really appreciating this space where we can see ourselves reflected. It's so necessary.
I couldn’t agree more Kelsey! It feels good finding your corner in Substack. I’m still fairly new to the platform and I’m enjoying the writers I’ve connected with through that reflection you are speaking of. It’s almost healing in its own way…
Thank you so much!!🥹
Beautiful words from a beautiful soul. Much gratitude to you for your vulnerability. Would love to read more of your work!
Thank you so much! That truly means a lot to me.🫶🏾
Amirah, you could have been writing about my own life. I feel much resonance with your journey. The words it evoked for me were: heartbreak, beauty and hope. Round and round we go. Your one-sentence practice in moments of hardship is inspiring. Thank you for your words and teaching.
To know that others are making similar journeys is life giving.
Right!
🥹 and WOW to think I wasn’t going to submit this essay because I didn’t know if it was too personal or if anyone would feel the same / similarly. I’m grateful that you felt a connection with this piece!🫶🏾
I'm so glad you did!
Thank you so much!☺️
Absolutely beautiful. So raw & vulnerable!! Great job, Amirah!
Thank you so much!
Amirah thank you for sharing your talent with us. Your bravery is admirable.
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much! I’m so grateful for you, your kind words, and you sharing space with myself & other writers. It means so much!🫶🏾🌸
If this man was not ready, he was not the one or the one in this moment or that moment?
Or…he was not ready yet.
Relaxing into knowing he’s coming helps.
For me, my list included: consideration, constancy, self-awareness, fidelity, wit, etc.