I woke up this morning feeling hopeful and full of love. I looked next to me and saw my daughter, son, and partner snugly, peacefully, and safe in our big Cali king-sized bed. We have a roof over our heads, great health, and love. That is more than enough. As my mind is naturally inclined to do, it began racing through my plans and ambitions, and I began a process of counting love and gratitude to avoid getting overwhelmed. It doesn't always work, but often it does.
One thought that often weighs on my heart is the impact Imua Moms has on the world, even if it feels tiny at times. I may not be a world champion, famous, or an influencer, but I deeply resonate with the title of super mom. I have been conditioned by the situational stress to become a person who could change the world.
I’m creating notes so others will have a place to land if they look; that's the only way I know to begin to change the world. This work seemed to big for me to think about, and I put it off for a long time. But all I needed to do was start with my notes and experiences.
When I became pregnant, I scoured the internet for any shred of hope for an athletic surf pregnancy and found little to nothing; the internet was silent. I want to reach out to the mother behind me and let her know that she can truly say, "F*CK YES, I can do this!" I understand the challenges we all face, and burn the old narratives that aim to weigh us down. We can all feel supported and empowered in our journeys. If I fail, that’s a step forward, not a setback, and that makes me try one more time, every time.
I'm not gonna lie, I get frustrated and question my efforts with Imua Moms when I write, and only two people see it. I could have spent the time painting, surfing, mothering, or working. But then I remember that it's two people I could help. I once read that the final step in healing is using the pain we’ve endured to help others navigate through their struggles. With out realizing, Imua Moms is a reminder that all my life I have been doing the work to heal and am in the final stages of healing.
Every day, when I find myself overwhelmed by the numerous things I want to accomplish and the needs of others that I happily put before my own, I read from a daily prayer book, and I always find great advice.
"THE WORLD IS TOO MUCH WITH YOU.
My child. Your mind leaps from problem to problem, tangling your thoughts in anxious knots. When you think like that, you leave Me out of your worldview, and your mind becomes darkened. Through I years to help, I will not violate your freedom. I stand silently in the background of your mind, waiting for you to remember that I am with you. When you turn from your problems to My Presence, your load is immediately lighter. Circumstances may not have changed, but we carry your burdens together. Your compulsion to "fix" everything gives way to a deep, satisfying connection with Me. TOGETHER, we can handle whatever this day brings. "
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Hope you find something intresting. Thank you for being here, spending time with me. I appreciate and love you.
-Danielle
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