Thank you, thank you! Big little victories matter so so much. I even use them with my own patients when they come in and start out talking about what they didn’t do since our last appointment, they then get to what they did do and I say let’s build on that, focus on what you were able to do instead of what you didn’t or the patients who come in and tell me they feel so bad bc they’ve neglected their health and I simply say, but you’re here now, that’s what counts, and we’ll do this together. 💜💜
This weekend I’m going to go hiking. It’s one weekend where I don’t have to be at work, and I am taking full advantage of filling my soul with the mountains that never cease calling my name.
Yes we are! We are beginners, we turn up as beginners and continue on. Thank you for sharing. As always we all turn up for each other. Love you Kate and love also to all in our community here. ❤️
Hi Kate, your intro spoke to me so much....but as I read on, the entire message of today really hits deep. Thank you for your advocacy and sharing such personal stories with us ❤️ This weekend I am going to "begin again" at some creative pursuits I felt inadequate at in the past and remind myself that it's ok to be a beginner!
ITS FRIDAY!!!! I went to bed last night and got giddy in excitement because I knew today I got to sit down with my coffee and read a piece by Kate 💕 I’ve been trying to honor my “normal” activities that now seem so hard, and naming it big little victories is perfect! I think I’m going to try out your 3 things each day too, that’ll be so helpful! I’m so happy that you and Maura have each other, I love your friendship so much!
I start back at work part time next week after a 2 month sick leave, (and let me tell you, you’ve helped me so much by your posts and stories etc. Kate!) and this weekend I want to pick out an outfit for each day next week, and think of ways to still take time to do something for my mental health each day while working and figure out a way to move my body during my new schedule.
We are all beginners!! I love reframing that. I struggle with what brings me joy. When my therapist says that I literally have a panic attack. And then fall into the rabbit hole of why can’t I think of one thing that brings me joy. But, we are beginners and you’ve given a few great examples of things to start.
Thank you Kate, for continuing to touch our hearts with your story, for being brave enough, and vulnerable to sharing your truth. It makes us all feel seen. Xxoo
Thank you for sharing, as always. I've always struggled with making lists of to dos. So this year instead I write down what I've accomplished in the day. Makes such a difference in how I feel about myself. I'm so happy you have Maura in your life to get through what you go through. Can't wait for next time 💜
This weekend I have no idea what I’m going to do be doing, but I hope to have some time for creativity and possibly planning a very quick trip to Maine really soon.
As I read your honest expressions of your journey with Maura, and noting they are written as past tense, I can’t help but imagine where this love is headed… and in this entry and the last, I think of Noah Karan’s song You’re Gonna Go Far (thank you for introducing him to us)…we ain’t angry at you love, you’re the greatest thing we’ve lost… you’re gonna go far…
Without knowing Maura I can imagine she felt a deep sense of pride knowing her legacy was the way she loved you, held space for you and helped you come to yourself and then all the ripples that would bring into the rest of the world on an endless loop. Look at how far you’ve gone, how much love you brought into this world, all while holding all of this hurt and history.
It’s hard reading this, knowing the pain you felt and still carry, and yet the endless pride I feel as a stranger for getting to be in this world at the same time as you both. It’s a privilege.
So much wisdom in what you said. Most things are hard the first time you try them, but trying is a victory in and of itself. Thanks for reminding me of that!
Couldn’t love this or you more, my friend! Hmmm.. I will put on earrings ... I know it seems small. I used to accessorize every outfit perfectly... down to the socks. But have become very complacent in my appearance. Gotta start somewhere, right? And I’m going to drive up the canyon and bask in the glory of fall in the mountains! Hoorah!!!!
I’ve never structured it like that, but I do work a lot with my psychologist to celebrate things that on my own if just consider silly. Like this week I cleaned my Tupperware drawer. I felt like it had to wait until I could take the time to organize my whole kitchen and meanwhile all the extra Tupperware were piling up in the counter and stressing me out. And I felt silly doing it, while the kitchen was a mess, but it was the first step and we took the time to celebrate it.
This was how my day went truly, " Big Little Victories" and that beginning and showing up is such a victory and so beautiful. My most difficult class went better today by like 10% maybe 15%, and I celebrated it, where my aid was surprised I was celebrating it. I need those moment to see that progress or beginnings are happenings, so I can go home with a smile and not tears.
Thank you, thank you! Big little victories matter so so much. I even use them with my own patients when they come in and start out talking about what they didn’t do since our last appointment, they then get to what they did do and I say let’s build on that, focus on what you were able to do instead of what you didn’t or the patients who come in and tell me they feel so bad bc they’ve neglected their health and I simply say, but you’re here now, that’s what counts, and we’ll do this together. 💜💜
This weekend I’m going to go hiking. It’s one weekend where I don’t have to be at work, and I am taking full advantage of filling my soul with the mountains that never cease calling my name.
Yes we are! We are beginners, we turn up as beginners and continue on. Thank you for sharing. As always we all turn up for each other. Love you Kate and love also to all in our community here. ❤️
Hi Kate, your intro spoke to me so much....but as I read on, the entire message of today really hits deep. Thank you for your advocacy and sharing such personal stories with us ❤️ This weekend I am going to "begin again" at some creative pursuits I felt inadequate at in the past and remind myself that it's ok to be a beginner!
Yes! Just showing up and trying is so important and is enough. Thank you for sharing Maura’s and your story with us 💜
ITS FRIDAY!!!! I went to bed last night and got giddy in excitement because I knew today I got to sit down with my coffee and read a piece by Kate 💕 I’ve been trying to honor my “normal” activities that now seem so hard, and naming it big little victories is perfect! I think I’m going to try out your 3 things each day too, that’ll be so helpful! I’m so happy that you and Maura have each other, I love your friendship so much!
I start back at work part time next week after a 2 month sick leave, (and let me tell you, you’ve helped me so much by your posts and stories etc. Kate!) and this weekend I want to pick out an outfit for each day next week, and think of ways to still take time to do something for my mental health each day while working and figure out a way to move my body during my new schedule.
We are all beginners!! I love reframing that. I struggle with what brings me joy. When my therapist says that I literally have a panic attack. And then fall into the rabbit hole of why can’t I think of one thing that brings me joy. But, we are beginners and you’ve given a few great examples of things to start.
Thank you Kate, for continuing to touch our hearts with your story, for being brave enough, and vulnerable to sharing your truth. It makes us all feel seen. Xxoo
Thank you for sharing, as always. I've always struggled with making lists of to dos. So this year instead I write down what I've accomplished in the day. Makes such a difference in how I feel about myself. I'm so happy you have Maura in your life to get through what you go through. Can't wait for next time 💜
This is such a great idea!
Helped me so much.
This weekend I have no idea what I’m going to do be doing, but I hope to have some time for creativity and possibly planning a very quick trip to Maine really soon.
As I read your honest expressions of your journey with Maura, and noting they are written as past tense, I can’t help but imagine where this love is headed… and in this entry and the last, I think of Noah Karan’s song You’re Gonna Go Far (thank you for introducing him to us)…we ain’t angry at you love, you’re the greatest thing we’ve lost… you’re gonna go far…
Without knowing Maura I can imagine she felt a deep sense of pride knowing her legacy was the way she loved you, held space for you and helped you come to yourself and then all the ripples that would bring into the rest of the world on an endless loop. Look at how far you’ve gone, how much love you brought into this world, all while holding all of this hurt and history.
It’s hard reading this, knowing the pain you felt and still carry, and yet the endless pride I feel as a stranger for getting to be in this world at the same time as you both. It’s a privilege.
So much wisdom in what you said. Most things are hard the first time you try them, but trying is a victory in and of itself. Thanks for reminding me of that!
Thank you Kate!! You are absolutely Enough💜❤️
Couldn’t love this or you more, my friend! Hmmm.. I will put on earrings ... I know it seems small. I used to accessorize every outfit perfectly... down to the socks. But have become very complacent in my appearance. Gotta start somewhere, right? And I’m going to drive up the canyon and bask in the glory of fall in the mountains! Hoorah!!!!
I have booked for us to go on a walking tour of part of our city and also to watch a live band in the evening!
I’ve never structured it like that, but I do work a lot with my psychologist to celebrate things that on my own if just consider silly. Like this week I cleaned my Tupperware drawer. I felt like it had to wait until I could take the time to organize my whole kitchen and meanwhile all the extra Tupperware were piling up in the counter and stressing me out. And I felt silly doing it, while the kitchen was a mess, but it was the first step and we took the time to celebrate it.
This was how my day went truly, " Big Little Victories" and that beginning and showing up is such a victory and so beautiful. My most difficult class went better today by like 10% maybe 15%, and I celebrated it, where my aid was surprised I was celebrating it. I need those moment to see that progress or beginnings are happenings, so I can go home with a smile and not tears.