I forget where I first saw the question “what are you running from?” But it was back in college and it’s a humbling yet clarifying question for me! Helps me make sure my intentions, my cravings for change are pure. Also it reminds me of that audio/video of a west African man saying “WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING?!” And it tickles me everytimeee
as a black woman who isn’t well traveled I always find hope in the journeys & conversations you share. “what are you running from” would’ve gagged me LOL
Hahaha I feel you!! It was wild but funny of her. But LaVonna thank you for commenting and sharing how this landed for you. I love that you can take from my perspective even though long-term travel isn't your lifestyle right now. I also feel like this point of running (away or towards) applies to non-nomadic life. I wonder if this is something you've ever experienced or queried even while at home, wherever you choose that to be?
“For softness, curiosity, and always for the tug of my intuition.” — Yesss 💗
Loved this Amara! and oof I felt that question “what are you running away from?” in my body, such a thought provoking one!
And I love the prompt by Sonia Sanchez on the times we’ve made pilgrimage to ourselves, thank you! — inspired to read more of her poetry, love the ones you shared here.
Funmi! So glad this found you, especially the poetry. 'Present' is one of those poems that breathes life into me so deeply. Sonia Sanchez is a personal favourite I hope beautiful things come out of that prompt.
Ooo I loved this Amara! To be asked what you’re running from is 🥴. It’s so interesting how conversations with some people can end up being so significant in a way we don’t expect! Those journal prompts are a bit terrifying but as a trust you, I’ll do them 💘
I've been thinking about you recently 💌 So grateful for this comment, I think I agree with you, some of the most random comments can land soo unexpectedly and become more significant than anything we could've guessed. For the books, she's an Aries/Taurus cusp so I really feel like the energy can sometimes be 🥴 but I didn't take it no way ahaha
I've noticed a running away from softness and femininity because it feels risky in a society that holds dominance at its mantle. It makes enter spaces and create worlds where I am comfortable exploring that side of myself. I feel charged to create that for others as well.
Thank you for offering this Rachel. I hear it. And more than anything I'm glad that you're noticing and offering yourself language, love, compassion to resist what patriarchy and all other oppressive systems have held up as our mirror.
I find myself constantly reminding myself that ease and softness is my birthright. It has taken a lot for me and my lineage to return to that narrative and it's never going to be without dissonance and unlearning. Choosing what I allow to be my lived dream/reality is my chosen route. You're already on your path to reclaiming what's yours though and I am grateful for that
Thanks you for sharing that. It’s work. But the necessary kind that can free others. I’m glad we share that vision of a future for ourselves and others.
"I smiled it off, told her to come out of my business and we laughed the way Black women do together when there is more to say." Amara. Your words are so intentionally strung together. Your journey and travels have inspired me so much. I had the recent realization that I was about to make a life changing decision to run away from an answered prayer. I asked for a specific person to be put into my life, and once they were, I was about to pack up and run off. I am still learning about (and healing) the tender parts of myself. I am learning, as we all are, how to grow roots I can be confident in.
I forget where I first saw the question “what are you running from?” But it was back in college and it’s a humbling yet clarifying question for me! Helps me make sure my intentions, my cravings for change are pure. Also it reminds me of that audio/video of a west African man saying “WHY ARE YOU RUNNING? WHY ARE YOU RUNNING?!” And it tickles me everytimeee
I love that! And I giggled hard, thanks for bringing that to mind loool
beautiful musings 💌
as a black woman who isn’t well traveled I always find hope in the journeys & conversations you share. “what are you running from” would’ve gagged me LOL
Hahaha I feel you!! It was wild but funny of her. But LaVonna thank you for commenting and sharing how this landed for you. I love that you can take from my perspective even though long-term travel isn't your lifestyle right now. I also feel like this point of running (away or towards) applies to non-nomadic life. I wonder if this is something you've ever experienced or queried even while at home, wherever you choose that to be?
“For softness, curiosity, and always for the tug of my intuition.” — Yesss 💗
Loved this Amara! and oof I felt that question “what are you running away from?” in my body, such a thought provoking one!
And I love the prompt by Sonia Sanchez on the times we’ve made pilgrimage to ourselves, thank you! — inspired to read more of her poetry, love the ones you shared here.
Funmi! So glad this found you, especially the poetry. 'Present' is one of those poems that breathes life into me so deeply. Sonia Sanchez is a personal favourite I hope beautiful things come out of that prompt.
Ooo I loved this Amara! To be asked what you’re running from is 🥴. It’s so interesting how conversations with some people can end up being so significant in a way we don’t expect! Those journal prompts are a bit terrifying but as a trust you, I’ll do them 💘
I've been thinking about you recently 💌 So grateful for this comment, I think I agree with you, some of the most random comments can land soo unexpectedly and become more significant than anything we could've guessed. For the books, she's an Aries/Taurus cusp so I really feel like the energy can sometimes be 🥴 but I didn't take it no way ahaha
Oh and I hope the scary prompts became less scary when they took shape on the page and reflected back to you xxx
Laughing when there is more to say. Wow I love that! Thank you for your words
Haha I'm glad. Thank you for your presence Mish
I've noticed a running away from softness and femininity because it feels risky in a society that holds dominance at its mantle. It makes enter spaces and create worlds where I am comfortable exploring that side of myself. I feel charged to create that for others as well.
Thank you for offering this Rachel. I hear it. And more than anything I'm glad that you're noticing and offering yourself language, love, compassion to resist what patriarchy and all other oppressive systems have held up as our mirror.
I find myself constantly reminding myself that ease and softness is my birthright. It has taken a lot for me and my lineage to return to that narrative and it's never going to be without dissonance and unlearning. Choosing what I allow to be my lived dream/reality is my chosen route. You're already on your path to reclaiming what's yours though and I am grateful for that
Thanks you for sharing that. It’s work. But the necessary kind that can free others. I’m glad we share that vision of a future for ourselves and others.
Exactly this. The more we are visible doing the work, the more others can be too and continue the cycle of giving self and community ease.
This is so beautiful
thank you <3
"I smiled it off, told her to come out of my business and we laughed the way Black women do together when there is more to say." Amara. Your words are so intentionally strung together. Your journey and travels have inspired me so much. I had the recent realization that I was about to make a life changing decision to run away from an answered prayer. I asked for a specific person to be put into my life, and once they were, I was about to pack up and run off. I am still learning about (and healing) the tender parts of myself. I am learning, as we all are, how to grow roots I can be confident in.