Hi! I’m Meredith.
For a long time I had been in what felt like a rut. I was depressed and confused about what it all means. Since joining this course, I have started to take care of my feelings of depression… and I’m still very confused! It might seem like that’s not much of a change, but I’m starting to feel that having questions, and exploring, is just a part of my life. I’ve been starting to let go of an anxious rictus that I need to have right answers to everything… and feel what it means to be playful. Having a group of women to laugh with, talk straight with, puzzle with, and share joy with, has been a truly transformative experience.
Is there a practice that I found helpful on this journey? Community service. I live in an area with a lot of homelessness. One morning, as the sun was rising, I decided to just go out and be of service to someone. They asked for an item of clothing, and for me to walk them to a grocery store’s bathroom so they could change without being hassled. I didn’t go up to her with an expectation of what I could offer her; I just listened to what she needed and did my best. As long as I live, I’ll never forget her face or her name. Being there for someone, and listening to her need transformed my heart.
Meredith