I’m just coming out of the season for myself. I had sown a lot for the development of my coaching practice and workshop facilitation in the fall. I thought I’d let it rest through the winter and begin reaping this spring. But, life had other ideas. When my dad died unexpectedly in December, it was like everything was burned to the ground. No progress was made and just the essentials were done. Now, I finally see a glimmer of light and have started to take stock of what is left and where it feels right to go next. We will see what comes.
I am so, so sorry you lost your dad, Jillian. Glad you’re beginning to see that glimmer but I can appreciate it may still be a slower season for you. Much love 💛
The wee one woke up just I finished reading yesterday. Loved the words, the vulnerability, the honesty and the valuable lessons. Tending sounds perfect 💫
I also feel like I’m in the “process rather than produce” phase; I think it’s something about spring. The energy is different, it’s easier to be outside, there are wonder and glimmers that are more obvious and that serve to distract. I’m always guilty of trying to do too many things at the same time and this was an important reminder that softening and grounding are just as important as the doing. I always find it so much harder to be creative when I haven’t tended as much as I should and I find a lot of comfort that there are others who are going through similar things. I love the sound of your holiday and I’m glad you managed to have a good time despite the issues. Your description of the secret beach is beautiful. 😍
So glad to have you alongside me in the this time of distilling and processing! And you've reminded me of something I really value about being in a period of grounding. The mulching! I used to spend a lot of thinking about projects - branding, design, writing - and carried a lot of guilt around not always taking action. Then a mentor showed me how much worth there was in the thinking. So thanks for that nudge and for your kind words. We almost drove right by that beach so I'm glad we found it...a gem for sure 💛
This is beautiful Sarah. If ever there were an entry point to softening, that springtime seaside gloaming surely is a glimmer of a reset button and you’ve done so well to find the magic amid turbulence.
Also lovely to hear that Move, Rest, Recover is feeling supportive.
Wishing you ease in your season, free from urgency to move on to the the next. xx
Oh I posted that too soon! “Free from urgency to move onto the next…” are the words I was referring to. I catch myself thinking ahead so this was a gentle reminder to stay rooted in this season (as much as I can) because it will support me moving forward 💛
It feels like it’s going to take some effort and patience to fully “be” in this season. So I really need to focus on these anchors. But I’m ready for it, for sure 💛
So gorgeous Sarah, thank you for the insights into your trip. I’m sorry you had to face such hurdles along the way, but I’m so glad that you were able to feel rooted in the beauty that surrounded you. You captured the magic of your children in that place so beautifully. Thank you too for the reminder to slow the pace, it’s easy to fall into thinking that all of the ideas/things need to be done at the same time. I am finding much relief in thinking “one thing at a time”, something I am often saying to my children when they are asking me for 100 things in the same moment! Much love to you xx
It took some reframing but, yes, there are far less beautiful places to be stranded and unwell 🥲
I first came across the quote Do One Thing Well through Hiut Denim (though I think the words originated from Steve Jobs or maybe even Socrates 😄) and they built a whole collection around it. They also publish an annual list of other businesses doing one thing well. I’m pretty terrible at it…I need variety…but I like the idea.
And I definitely agree on drumming the “one thing at a time” message home with the kids. Mine like to juggle…just like their mama 😅💛
Oh that’s interesting. Yes I find the concept fascinating, there are some great brands doing one niche thing very well. I know what you mean though, I feel like I have too many things I enjoy and am inspired by to narrow it down (which is of course a lovely problem to have!) but feel like right now (esp in the Easter hols!), it feels much more manageable to think about one thing at a time. One of my other favourite reassuring thoughts is …there is a time for everything! xx
I’m just coming out of the season for myself. I had sown a lot for the development of my coaching practice and workshop facilitation in the fall. I thought I’d let it rest through the winter and begin reaping this spring. But, life had other ideas. When my dad died unexpectedly in December, it was like everything was burned to the ground. No progress was made and just the essentials were done. Now, I finally see a glimmer of light and have started to take stock of what is left and where it feels right to go next. We will see what comes.
I am so, so sorry you lost your dad, Jillian. Glad you’re beginning to see that glimmer but I can appreciate it may still be a slower season for you. Much love 💛
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Sounds like a lovely trip. Your photos on Instagram were really lovely too.
It really was! Once I was over the initial shock of the car breakdown. If ever there was a lesson to look on the bright side 🤩💛
The wee one woke up just I finished reading yesterday. Loved the words, the vulnerability, the honesty and the valuable lessons. Tending sounds perfect 💫
Yes, everything will be on the little one’s time now. Glad you got a moment to catch up on Substack though 🥰
I also feel like I’m in the “process rather than produce” phase; I think it’s something about spring. The energy is different, it’s easier to be outside, there are wonder and glimmers that are more obvious and that serve to distract. I’m always guilty of trying to do too many things at the same time and this was an important reminder that softening and grounding are just as important as the doing. I always find it so much harder to be creative when I haven’t tended as much as I should and I find a lot of comfort that there are others who are going through similar things. I love the sound of your holiday and I’m glad you managed to have a good time despite the issues. Your description of the secret beach is beautiful. 😍
So glad to have you alongside me in the this time of distilling and processing! And you've reminded me of something I really value about being in a period of grounding. The mulching! I used to spend a lot of thinking about projects - branding, design, writing - and carried a lot of guilt around not always taking action. Then a mentor showed me how much worth there was in the thinking. So thanks for that nudge and for your kind words. We almost drove right by that beach so I'm glad we found it...a gem for sure 💛
That’s so true. Nothing is going to grow if we don’t mulch first! We have to become human compost heaps and then wait for the shoots to come. ☺️
This is beautiful Sarah. If ever there were an entry point to softening, that springtime seaside gloaming surely is a glimmer of a reset button and you’ve done so well to find the magic amid turbulence.
Also lovely to hear that Move, Rest, Recover is feeling supportive.
Wishing you ease in your season, free from urgency to move on to the the next. xx
Oh I posted that too soon! “Free from urgency to move onto the next…” are the words I was referring to. I catch myself thinking ahead so this was a gentle reminder to stay rooted in this season (as much as I can) because it will support me moving forward 💛
Oh I love that, Erin.
Love this. Can't wait for more cowriting and to dig into this time of grounding together! 💜
It feels like it’s going to take some effort and patience to fully “be” in this season. So I really need to focus on these anchors. But I’m ready for it, for sure 💛
So gorgeous Sarah, thank you for the insights into your trip. I’m sorry you had to face such hurdles along the way, but I’m so glad that you were able to feel rooted in the beauty that surrounded you. You captured the magic of your children in that place so beautifully. Thank you too for the reminder to slow the pace, it’s easy to fall into thinking that all of the ideas/things need to be done at the same time. I am finding much relief in thinking “one thing at a time”, something I am often saying to my children when they are asking me for 100 things in the same moment! Much love to you xx
It took some reframing but, yes, there are far less beautiful places to be stranded and unwell 🥲
I first came across the quote Do One Thing Well through Hiut Denim (though I think the words originated from Steve Jobs or maybe even Socrates 😄) and they built a whole collection around it. They also publish an annual list of other businesses doing one thing well. I’m pretty terrible at it…I need variety…but I like the idea.
And I definitely agree on drumming the “one thing at a time” message home with the kids. Mine like to juggle…just like their mama 😅💛
Hmm yes I can imagine, it took some digging deep.
Oh that’s interesting. Yes I find the concept fascinating, there are some great brands doing one niche thing very well. I know what you mean though, I feel like I have too many things I enjoy and am inspired by to narrow it down (which is of course a lovely problem to have!) but feel like right now (esp in the Easter hols!), it feels much more manageable to think about one thing at a time. One of my other favourite reassuring thoughts is …there is a time for everything! xx