Moving forward” does not mean that we heal in a linear, sequential way.

Just as we do physiologically, emotional toxicity is best released daily. We have to regularly release old feelings and disturbing thoughts that are holding us back.” --Dr. Anne Redelfs

What is important is remembering that we are here on this planet to surrender, have patience, and allow ourselves to love and be loved. Crises help us to learn these things.”--Lynn Robinson

Rebuilding emotional safety while remaining physically present in an environment that once proved destructive and continues to be potentially dangerous is a complex process that takes time––and the second gift of patience.

I get a kick out of people who talk like it only happened to them,” says lawyer Denis Kelly. “I wonder, ‘Didn’t you notice that everybody else is going through it?

Focus on what you have instead of what you don’t have. It’s a gorgeous day. I live in the United States of America. I have freedom. I can go to work. Nothing lasts and this, too, will pass.” -- Chellie Campbell

The gift of empathy opens us up when the tendency to shut down and turn away from the world is often at its greatest.

Mother Earth is always giving, even if it’s a lesson. She is always giving.” –Tiokasin Ghosthorse

Whatever the circumstance, there are seeds of meaning, even to our very last breath.