Mystical

You can’t catch on fire if you’re a dragon, that’s what my son told me. Perfect strategy. I read a poem in the spring by Siaara Freeman titled, “It’s hard to tell someone on fire, that you are drowning.” It held a desperation, that I understood at the time. Words can do that. I bought my graffiti lion picture last year because it represents something to me. I talk to it, I feel protected and connected. I love dragonflies because of the dragonfly story that explains that we move from world to the next and live in happiness. They give me peace. So many little things that I call upon when I need to.

I have a song from almost every genre that can change my mood. I have gone on hikes or visited beaches that can do the same thing. These same experiences can also make me cry, not sad, just free. When I can’t say things aloud yet, these are the moments that I can. It may be just to myself, and that is a start. I have stomped into puddles, leaves, deep snow and it clears my mind. Running into waves at the beach, lying in the sun, my feet at the riverbank, water is therapy.

When you need to feel, vent, drain or recharge I hope you have something that helps you do that. Human connection is essential, but make sure you connect with yourself. Find your words, figure out what it is that is blocking the ability to express yourself. The obvious, isn’t always obvious. Favourite blanket, sweater, sitting at a fire, sitting on a rocker or swing, learn how to draw out the poisons in your life. Eventually you will get closer to what you need in your life.