“everyone is afraid of something. we fear things because we value them. we fear losing people because we love them. we fear dying because we value being alive. don't wish you didn't fear anything. all that would mean is that you didn't feel anything”
cassandra clare
dear muse,
in a world that often encourages us to suppress our emotions and soldier on, it's crucial to remember that our feelings are valid and essential
embracing your emotions is not only a key to mental well-being but also a path to a richer, more authentic life
emotions are a natural and vital part of our human experience, and embracing them can lead to profound personal growth and fulfillment
remember, your emotions are valid
you have every right to experience and express them
embracing your feelings is a step towards a more fulfilling and authentic life
feel free to reach out and share your thoughts or experiences
we’re here to support each other on this journey
enjoy this week's love letter...
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our meditation or playlist
so often we try to ignore, suppress or even shame ourselves for experiencing the emotions we feel
in this practice we are choosing to utilize mindfulness to process our emotions
the final phase of the practice offers affirmations in order to cultivate compassion, healing and inner strength
twelve minute meditation to process your emotions mindfully
by mindful moments with katie
our podcast or playlist
next since you're really loving these...
created on spotify
our journal prompt
the thing about feeling your feelings is: it doesn’t always feel good
it’s not always easy
but the more in tune you get with what you’re feeling, the better you can identify and meet your needs
it takes a whole lot of self-awareness and respect
next, an oldie, but goodie...
thirteen affirmations for feeling your feelings
by healingbrave.com
our book selection
as we exit men's mental health month, let's explore jacob's story
jacob is dying, and as his time left shortens, he begins writing letters to his only son, isaac, who he has not met or spoken to in years
in his writings, he tells isaac the stories he needs to know about their family
from the ancestral history, going back to slavery, to his tumultuous relationship with isaac's mother, and experiences that led to his reaction to issac being gay and his behaviour as a father in general
this is a book about reconciliation, one that covers hard truths with an authenticity and hope
by dr daniel black
finally, our film selection
lastly an amazing film far more about feelings than magic, but with a great dose of magic as well
after years in hiding, a woman is forced to go on the run when her superhuman abilities are discovered
years after having abandoned her family, the only place she has left to hide is home
starring gugu mbatha-raw, lorraine toussaint, & saniyya sidney; directed by julia hart
your ritual
at je mérite, i deserve, we honor emotion as sacred
feeling is how we know we’re alive, how we process, how we heal, and how we bloom
this self-care ritual is your invitation to slow down, to check in, and to allow — without fixing, rushing, or numbing
a self-soothing morning skin ritual whether it's music that uplifts you, affirmations, or even a podcast that gives you hope, during your morning skincare routine, take a moment to feel
take an emotion inventory walk take a 15–20 minute walk this week with no podcast, music, or distractions; let your thoughts, feelings, and memories surface
evening reflection & emotional integration when you settle down for the evening, light your affirmation candle, get dressed in your je mérite, and for 15 minutes or longer, journal everything; laugh, cry, scream, curse... get it all out
in closing
in a world that teaches you to suppress or numb your emotions, choosing to feel is a radical act
you don't have to hide your heart to be strong
with love and community,
tamara charese
as always, affirmations from previous weeks are available here
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