Receive by giving
A big learning I hesitate to mention in the vlogs is my relationship with my hosts. Some of them - like with the one I am now - are really supporting and checking in, giving space and being present when they interact with me, which is beautiful. Some of them get caught up in their heads and try to "expand" our connection to other levels.
It is hard to set boundaries when there is beautiful flow in our conversations. It is hard to check in with me when everything goes so fast. It is hard to say no when they are my "safe space" for the day. To all people who are hosts, providers, givers, in place of power in any way and in any dynamic, please! Mothers, fathers, teachers, and many more, please! Give space to your receivers to check in, express your expectations with words and give options and if you can let go of your expectations, even better. Be the safe space for the person who receives from you, without strings attached, be direct, make clear agreements, and give space for the person to think and decide. You will not lose what's meant for you, you will only win a conscious yes or a respectful no.
So if you are in a position of giving, give consciously! And if you pay attention you will receive just by giving! Just a reminder to myself, since it is a part of my learnings
Having said that, I feel grateful for where I am now. It feels safe and spacious, both for my body and my brain to rest, recharge and harvest the learnings from the journey until now.
Merci beaucoup.
Μαμά είμαι καλά.
Aho
