Resonating Through Shared Humanity: The Hidden Joy - A Journey Toward Connection

Inner Sanctum

25 Dec

This is where the magic happens. Or at least the awkward self-reflection.

For those feeling the tension between vulnerability and self-protection, yearning for deeper connection.

Darling child, I feel a suppression of excitement and a concern of danger regarding elation. That makes sense, given your life and the scars those feelings bear. Darling child, there is much more to you than people see, but I see it all. You are very complex and built to bring joy to this world at your own expense.

Little one, I love your smile – you know, the unbridled one that shows in safe spaces when you chortle with laughter and cannot help but double over, repeating the line that put you in that state. Darling child, you are your most vulnerable in that place, and it has so many walls. Walls are not to be broken down with force but slowly eroded through time.

If ever there was to be a challenge, I implore you to show that gorgeous smile of yours, the one you hide, the joy that seeks the shadows so as not to impose on others. May I please tell you a secret? Thank you. The imposition is not only allowed but all of what makes up connection.

The softness you cultivate for those closest to you is good to be guarded, but only as a resort against the violent, not the suspicious. Gentle child, soften those judgements that keep you safe, because you are more safe than your heart cautions. I can tell you when it is enough, and it will be scary. But despite that fear, you are not in danger, nor are you in danger of hurting others.

Meet the world with the smile you deserve to show it, and a brighter world may just come to meet you in that place.

“The imposition is not only allowed but all of what makes up connection.”