I feel so unimportant! 😫

I can't believe how much this still takes me out

Every now and then, the news cycle gets the better of me, and woof, I’m feeling it right now. It makes my work seem small and unimportant.

You ever feel this way?

You know you have something to give the world, but it just doesn’t feel like enough, or it feels too hard and scary, and you’re not sure it’ll change much anyway. So, you just ignore it or distract yourself with cute cat videos online.

But you still wake up finding yourself wondering What am I doing? Is this all there is? I know I’m meant for more.

Luckily, my background in feminist philosophy has taught me that, “you’re not enough,” is false and a tool of oppressive control. Buddhist meditation has taught me to be with and honor my feelings, while recognizing that thoughts are just thoughts. Existentialism has taught me that while I can’t control what happens, I can control the story I tell and meaning I make out of what happens.

So I question my self-criticism, grieve for my country, and I reconnect with why I’m doing this work in the first place.

And right now, I’m doing this work because I believe the world needs more people to break free from this oppression system to do their most heart-centered work.

In short, The Bravely Examined Life is my work in the world to help you do your work in the world.

If you’re curious, schedule a conversation with me. We’ll talk about how you’re feeling, what you need, and a path toward your sacred work in the world.

Warmly,

Danielle