One of my LJ friends had a post awhile back about strategies for getting through tough times, and the accompanying comments were full of great ideas and resources. I wanted to share it and keep it in my own memories so I can refer back to is as needed ( Read more... )

I was struck by the memory of my "ripping off the band aid" metaphor when I saw this Rumi quote today:

"Dance, when you’re broken open.
Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off.
Dance, in the middle of the fighting.
Dance, in your blood.
Dance, when you’re perfectly free." -Rumi

Coincidentally, I've been dancing more lately. And I'm feeling freer ( Read more... )