From my clinic - Authenticity

"I feel only when I’m angry," she confessed, her words hanging in the air like fragile petals waiting to be caught by understanding ears.

"It's like being in a movie, and I'm just one of the actresses, not really connected to the character that is supposed to be me."

In the past, when my children were little, I poured my heart and soul into being there for them. But today, it feels like they don't need me as much, and sometimes, it even feels like they are pushing me away. I find myself frustrated and angry, struggling to find my place. I get hurt by their illogical nonsense, and I know I shouldn't, but it's overwhelming.

Even at work, I excel at what I do, but it doesn't fulfill me, and I can't figure out what will. "I'm okay most of the time. I'm not depressed or anything like that, but I can't seem to feel anything - not happiness, not sadness. The only time I feel anything is when I'm angry." "I'm glad I said it," she smiled, as if a thread of connection had been woven within her. "When I'm angry, I feel something. There's something about anger that gives legitimacy to my emotions."

This inward journey into the depths of one’s soul is delicate and intricate, a bit like dreams. Listening to the story, gently trying to grasp the edges of things, creating connections until clarity emerges, and everything becomes meaningful. 💛

And in the gentle unraveling of emotions, we arrive at a powerful truth. Brené Brown, in her wisdom, speaks of Authenticity as the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are. Within the canvas of our emotions, from the rawness of anger to the subtlety of joy, lies our authentic self, waiting to be acknowledged and embraced.

Just as the actress finds her connection to the character within the movie, we too can find our connection to the rich tapestry of our emotions.

It is through this acceptance and understanding that we can navigate the complexities of life, parenting, and self-discovery.

So, let us practice this authenticity, honor our emotions, and let them guide us toward a more profound connection with ourselves and the world around us.