I didn't really know where to put this. Sorry if it is in the wrong spot. I can't really answer the evil question. NO IDEA. I have been following this site since the election of T. I was distraught, and looking for hope. I am pretty convinced that a higher power helped me find you guys. Even though I check the forum almost every day, this is my first post. First of all, you guys (EVERY SINGLE ONE OF YOU) are just the kindest, most loving spirits. You all remind me of the women in The Secret Life of Bees who just circle around each other and lift each other up. I imagine that I will not post very often. I have no psychic abilities, but I get so much from each of you, and it makes me feel so much better to know that people like you exist. I live in the heart of T country, so sometimes I feel pretty overwhelmed by the negative rhetoric around me. You all give me hope, and I am grateful for each of you, and your awesome (overused word but appropriate here) insight and wisdom. I learn so much from you. Thank you.
I was already weepy (In a good way) after reading the last few posts tonight. Then you pop up out of the ether and wrote what you wrote and now I can’t see the screen for all the water in my eyes. Thank you for showing up!
I loved that movie. After I watched it, I started it up again and watched it all over again. Those women created a refuge of love. And Alicia keyes is a great singer. She isn’t supposed to be able to act! Oh and welcome to the forum!
Now you are making me tear up! Seriously, a million hearts to all of you for your positive messages of love and light. ❤️ I work with teens and so I see so much good in them and I know that they have fire and love and compassion and creativity and that they will do SO MUCH BETTER. I just don't want us to destroy the joint before they can take over. You guys give me hope for the future. Love to all you light workers! ?
I love my youngest daughter dearly and she is going though a challenging time right now. She is 20, struggling with some anxiety issues and having a rough start to her current semester of college. It is difficult for her to ask for help (life help) , she dislikes confrontation and does not like the spotlight shinning upon her. For example, until recently, if the Barista at a Starbucks or somewhere similar made the wrong drink, or forgot to make it altogether, she would not say anything. She would choose to leave rather than ask for it or get the correct item. This type of conversation was too fearful for her to have with someone. Recently however, she told me she has begun to take steps to speak up when there is a problem with her order,. It is a big step for her. Each one she takes is like a little victory to celebrate. She has begun to realize the more she takes the steps, the easier the are to take.
She is very bright, and people love being her friend. She is actually a fantastic friend to have, supportive and a great listener. She is also very fun to be with and has a great sense of humor. She is probably a mid range empath with some of her empathic traits trending strong. She feels things very deeply, but is a very private person and will not easily share her thoughts and especially her fears of which there are many. She tends to over think things too.
Last semester she made a choice related to school which was an understandable choice, but it had a big negative effect in the end, She did not anticipate this consequence and yes, if she had approached her mom and dad about the issue, we could have helped her avoid negative result easily as she didn't have all the information she needed at the time she made her decision. But she didn't and now the ramifications are being felt. Hopefully it will turn into a life lesson that will help her over time. I don't want it to make things more anxiety filled for her as she is challenged enough in this area.
Anyway, as I mentioned before, it is a very challenging time for her right now, thus it is a challenging time for me. I am walking that fine line, trying to make sure she is dealing ok with life at the moment, not burying her feelings or being overwhelmed. At the same time, I don't wish to make her feel additional stress from me. I am not trying to "fix" anything she needs to do on her own, but help her navigate through if that makes sense.
So, here is where I think I could use some help. Please send some light my way to help guide me in how best to help her where I can and in the way that is best for her. Please also send some light her way to help her find her path, strength, and joy. I don't want her feeling boxed in . I want her feeling inspired and creative again and to not just "get through" this time in her life but to feel connections, inspiration and passion as she travels her journey. I so want for her to find inspiring pathways and feel that it is ok to ask questions to get through things that are difficult. Lastly, I so wish for her to discover more inner peace and joy. She has overcome a lot over the past few years including a major medical issue which was life changing at the time but now thankfully resolved. I so want her to believe she has a bright future ahead of her.
These are probably all things we would wish for our children. I just am struggling a bit right now so I appreciate your thoughtfulness in reading this message and any light and love you could send over our direction.
Originally I debated whether I should even post asking for help because asking for help does not come easily for me. But then it hit me ... ( cue the big huge light bulb shining above my head moment) . Perhaps I need to work on asking for help too. Just like my daughter.
Thank you.
Sending light your family's way, Lovendures. Signing off with that epiphany is pretty neat, too.
@lovendures sending you love and angels to help you be the Mom your daughter needs right now. I am also sending love & angels to your daughter to help her navigate this time in love & success. I so identify with your post. I too have teen / young adult daughters & what a tricky business. I ask for this same guidance myself daily ❤️
I am so happy to send you and your daughter love. I will pray for you both during this time of growth and discovery. It will be a joy for you to watch your beloved daughter blossom and grow into the person she is meant to be.
@lovendures, I don't have children, but I do remember what it felt like to be a young woman of that age. It's not an easy time, especially when you are a private person, feel things deeply, prone to anxiety and have a sensitive nature. Your daughter sounds like a wonderful person. And how fortunate she is to have such a loving, wise, and supportive mother.
I am sensing angels surrounding you and your daughter. I'm literally feeling it right now, around my heart. May those angels be a constant source of guiding light, support, and strength to both of you.
Thank you so much for your help, love and time. @bluebelle, @deetoo , @Shawn ,@coyote, your messages mean a great deal to me and I am humbled. I feel the love in your words, prayers and healing thoughts.
I had an interesting observation I wanted to share.
As I posted my initial message before anyone would have had the opportunity to read it, I felt a gentle warm whispering wave of energy coming to me, I took that as a sign that I made the right choice in posting . More importantly, I realized that my Spirit guides and angels must have been very tuned into my need as they were likely letting me know they were present. Additionally, I must have been tuned into them to have noticed. I can't say that I often sense them, so this was a pleasant surprise.
Our 20 year old daughter is having similar issues (after flunking out of college 2 years ago and recently flunking out of beauty school). You have my fullest empathy. I will do my best to send some love and light your way. Glad your spirit guides are on the case.