Many thanks to Graham and all who shared their homework last night. Mine is a little different so I will try to be brief as I explain why. I put a wall up to block my childhood years for most of my adult life. Several months ago I listened to one of Graham’s poems, I think it was a poem but I could never find it when I went back to look.…
Many thanks to Graham and all who shared their homework last night. Mine is a little different so I will try to be brief as I explain why. I put a wall up to block my childhood years for most of my adult life. Several months ago I listened to one of Graham’s poems, I think it was a poem but I could never find it when I went back to look. I tried to go back and talk to my inner child but I would just start crying every time. Barbara and some other members tried to give me words of encouragement but I was still having a hard time. The Jerry Wise podcast started my breakthrough. I realized that I was focusing on all of the bad times I remembered and they were overshadowing the good ones. It finally hit me that the good times always centered around my deep love for my three brothers and three sisters and some of the fun times we had with each other. That’s what I started talking to my inner child about. Now my tears have been replaced with smiles. Siblings are one the best gifts that life can give. I talk to all but one of my brothers and sisters every day or bi-weekly. So my homework was to call my brother than I haven’t spoken to in several weeks. We got caught up and spoke for an hour. It was very comforting! One other thing. I have always been my worst critic. Lately I have been complementing myself more rather than criticizing myself because I realized I am also criticizing my inner child. It has helped me so much in feeling good about myself. Thank you Graham, Jerry Wise, Barbara, and all of the members who have continually encouraged me on my journey. May God bless you all! 🙏
Kathleen I’m so happy for you. Thank you for sharing this. Just as Graham, Jerry, Barbara and others have encouraged and inspired you what you shared will do the same. Graham has a special gift and through his love, kindness, compassion, intelligence, heart and connection to a higher power he brings others into our lives that give us the opportunity and power to grow. This community is. God sent. 😊🧡🙏🏻
Oh, Cindy, thank you for your thoughtful words! I totally agree that Graham is a unique young man, the “best of the best!” He has built a beautiful community here. I am so grateful!
Thanks for sharing your story of connecting with your inner child and focusing on recalling the happy memories with your siblings. Replacing tears with smiles….blessings!
Kathleen, thank you so much for being vulnerable here and sharing how hard it is to break through the long held childhood hurts to now discover the warmth and love you've shared with your siblings has always been there. You are indeed fortunate that you have them as they are the humans who have gone through life together with you from the beginning.
My breakthrough took such a long time to happen but now I feel lighter than air because those shackles of hurt and past wrongs have been released. I found it wasn't my place to forgive, because what right do I have to do that? I found release after more of an acceptance of what occurred and realization that this was part of my life meant to happen. And my part in this was to learn and appreciate that I had this lesson so I could evolve and grow.
Maybe it's a hard pill to swallow but I put my ego aside and knew I would never look back and see ugliness, only love and joy that was buried deep down before.
I hope we can talk again Kathleen as I felt a kinship of sorts after our first encounter in that breakout room. We can help each other be the best version of ourselves!
Barbara, you always express yourself so beautifully! I am so happy that you were able to experience that release and continue to grow. I too enjoyed our conversation in the breakout room. You have been an inspiration to me ever since and have helped me more than you know. Thank you. 🙏❤️
Kathleen, thank you for the reminder to focus on the good times and memories. I need to hear this again and again. I'm happy you are now focusing on the good times with your siblings. Peace! ❤
Kathleen, you speaking about hour siblings got me to thinking. I have a brother who passed away at an early age due to a virus. My oldest sister passed away 2 years ago this July. I found her on her floor unresponsive after she and I had not spoke to each other for more than 30 years. God gave us 3 weeks together. I have 2 younger siblings that the only time we talk to each other is to say happy birthday or merry Christmas. I have no idea what put a wedge between us. I've reached out to them but I never hear back except on my birthday or Christmas. I'm so glad you were able to catch up with your brother. Maybe one day my sisters will decide to talk to me.
Mia, I do remember you posting about your sister and the 3 weeks you spent together. I was so very happy for you both. We never know what God has planned for us. Maybe He will provide you with an opportunity to find that special closeness with your younger siblings. I really hope so. God bless you. 🙏
Thanks, Vicky, for your kind words. I have always appreciated you for the way you continue to help others on this platform find their way to a better life.
Many thanks to Graham and all who shared their homework last night. Mine is a little different so I will try to be brief as I explain why. I put a wall up to block my childhood years for most of my adult life. Several months ago I listened to one of Graham’s poems, I think it was a poem but I could never find it when I went back to look. I tried to go back and talk to my inner child but I would just start crying every time. Barbara and some other members tried to give me words of encouragement but I was still having a hard time. The Jerry Wise podcast started my breakthrough. I realized that I was focusing on all of the bad times I remembered and they were overshadowing the good ones. It finally hit me that the good times always centered around my deep love for my three brothers and three sisters and some of the fun times we had with each other. That’s what I started talking to my inner child about. Now my tears have been replaced with smiles. Siblings are one the best gifts that life can give. I talk to all but one of my brothers and sisters every day or bi-weekly. So my homework was to call my brother than I haven’t spoken to in several weeks. We got caught up and spoke for an hour. It was very comforting! One other thing. I have always been my worst critic. Lately I have been complementing myself more rather than criticizing myself because I realized I am also criticizing my inner child. It has helped me so much in feeling good about myself. Thank you Graham, Jerry Wise, Barbara, and all of the members who have continually encouraged me on my journey. May God bless you all! 🙏
Kathleen I’m so happy for you. Thank you for sharing this. Just as Graham, Jerry, Barbara and others have encouraged and inspired you what you shared will do the same. Graham has a special gift and through his love, kindness, compassion, intelligence, heart and connection to a higher power he brings others into our lives that give us the opportunity and power to grow. This community is. God sent. 😊🧡🙏🏻
Oh, Cindy, thank you for your thoughtful words! I totally agree that Graham is a unique young man, the “best of the best!” He has built a beautiful community here. I am so grateful!
Thanks for sharing your story of connecting with your inner child and focusing on recalling the happy memories with your siblings. Replacing tears with smiles….blessings!
I appreciate your kind words. Many thanks, Linda.
Kathleen, thank you so much for being vulnerable here and sharing how hard it is to break through the long held childhood hurts to now discover the warmth and love you've shared with your siblings has always been there. You are indeed fortunate that you have them as they are the humans who have gone through life together with you from the beginning.
My breakthrough took such a long time to happen but now I feel lighter than air because those shackles of hurt and past wrongs have been released. I found it wasn't my place to forgive, because what right do I have to do that? I found release after more of an acceptance of what occurred and realization that this was part of my life meant to happen. And my part in this was to learn and appreciate that I had this lesson so I could evolve and grow.
Maybe it's a hard pill to swallow but I put my ego aside and knew I would never look back and see ugliness, only love and joy that was buried deep down before.
I hope we can talk again Kathleen as I felt a kinship of sorts after our first encounter in that breakout room. We can help each other be the best version of ourselves!
❤️🙏
Barbara, you always express yourself so beautifully! I am so happy that you were able to experience that release and continue to grow. I too enjoyed our conversation in the breakout room. You have been an inspiration to me ever since and have helped me more than you know. Thank you. 🙏❤️
Kathleen, thank you for the reminder to focus on the good times and memories. I need to hear this again and again. I'm happy you are now focusing on the good times with your siblings. Peace! ❤
Thanks, Dia. I have always appreciated your encouragement!
Kathleen, you speaking about hour siblings got me to thinking. I have a brother who passed away at an early age due to a virus. My oldest sister passed away 2 years ago this July. I found her on her floor unresponsive after she and I had not spoke to each other for more than 30 years. God gave us 3 weeks together. I have 2 younger siblings that the only time we talk to each other is to say happy birthday or merry Christmas. I have no idea what put a wedge between us. I've reached out to them but I never hear back except on my birthday or Christmas. I'm so glad you were able to catch up with your brother. Maybe one day my sisters will decide to talk to me.
Mia, I do remember you posting about your sister and the 3 weeks you spent together. I was so very happy for you both. We never know what God has planned for us. Maybe He will provide you with an opportunity to find that special closeness with your younger siblings. I really hope so. God bless you. 🙏
Thank you so much for touching my life with your post and I appreciated the love that you have for your siblings..........(thank you).
That means a lot, Gloria. Thank you so much!
I am happy to hear that you are celebrating the blessings and happy moments of your childhood and staying connected to your siblings.
Keep complimenting yourself daily, you deserve each of them.
Thanks, Vicky, for your kind words. I have always appreciated you for the way you continue to help others on this platform find their way to a better life.
A story well told Kathleen. I enjoyed reading it, and i'm so glad that you found your way back to where you needed to be. I applaud you.👏👏👏👏
Thanks for your words of encouragement, Kathleen. I appreciate your kindness.
Kathleen, thank you for sharing your wonderful breakthrough. So beautiful and inspiring. 🙏🕯🙏🤗💕
It was a very uplifting experience! I appreciate your encouraging words, Karen.