The campaign to bring back hibernation!

I am fairly certain that I am a bear. In my head. Let it be known, for the record and for those reading who worry about me and take things literally, that I am very much not a bear. But you know what I would love? A cave! Berries! And really, mostly: permission to...

What is true? What’s also true?

This is me, talking to myself. Using the question that almost always helps. What’s true? So tired! What’s also true? This is a pattern. Craving rest is legitimate. There are reasons for being tired. It’s okay. Rest is the first duty of the queen....

Very Personal Ads #78: I take it back!

Personal ads. They’re … personal! Very. So my itty bitty personal ads made me realize that it’s time to make a regular practice of trying to feel okay asking for stuff. Even when the asking thing feels weird and conflicted. Ever since I posted the...
The Fluent Self