Thank you for the mention, what a nice surprise. I like that we've connected the way we have. I hope things are settling in more for Abby, companion and friend-wise. I'm currently reading Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold on to What Matters by Charan Ranganath. Not exactly light reading, but having dealt with a memory disorder most of my life, I'm really interested in memory and the way it works, or doesn't. What it was *designed* to do versus what we think it's supposed to do. Ranganath is pretty accessible for a science writer, perhaps because he's not just a scientist, but also musician.
Hey Jodi, I am enjoying this connection as well. Recently I listened to a woman about our age clarifying the difference between the spectrum of ADHA and Alzheimer's disease (I am not an expert on either-for sure) but listening to her gave me a sense of relief, as I forget allot. I attribute it to interruptions of focus but as I thought more about it. I have always been forgetful unless I am moving, then it will land in memory and I remember. Why We Remember sounds like a great book. Perhaps you will write a review of it on your stack. If called, I would love the nuggets. Thank you for you comment and friendship.
Prajna, I'm honoured that you mentioned me, my publication. Thank you!
I've been reminded, well more than reminded, forced, to slow down this last week. I got sick, and I know it was because I kept hearing my body say, rest, slow down, and I ignored it and kept putting it off until my body took over and I was sick in bed with a miserable cold for a few days. Maybe this time I'll learn the lesson!
I'm reading The Outrun by Amy Liptrot, funnily enough about slowing down and healing and getting away from it all to do that. Hmmm ;)
Hi Georgia, getting sick will do it. I broke m leg a couple years ago—full stop. Obviously, I have not garnered all of the lessons yet. Reading your stack and gentle reminders is always a healing reminder for me. Thank you for your comment and The Outrun - great title.
Sally shows us that even though we carry a hard shell we have a softer side underneath. Turtles are slow and yet they tend to saunter at a pace that is only known to them. Turtles are relentless and yet if turned over vulnerable as they have a tough time righting themselves. When a turtle, turtles to use a sailing term they require someone to assist them in getting back on all fours. In many ways we human beings are the same. We each come into this world with our own vulnerabilities we carry a shell to protect from the world that would try to turn us onto our shell exposing that soft side. When I read the African proverb, it provokes the thought that if one goes alone the vulnerability is greater and thus the need for speed to outrun the fear, the risk, the roadblocks along the way. When we go together, we can go at a pace that allows us to enjoy and saunter much like Sally the turtle. We move together and while risks and roadblocks still exist the division of labor accommodates them amongst the group; each one assisting the other there to right the other when we turtle. We understand that our life is much more fulfilling when we slow down and assist and enjoy each other's company as we make our way...
Hello Don, You and your stack are very relevant. I love all that you are doing later in life, like myself. It is never too late to claim our relevance, thank you for leading.
This is something I am learning to do for myself. For me, it's a very important lesson.
I have not held a book to read in a whole month. I have a stack of them by my bed and a fun thing about the current part of the stack is that I know every author! I got distracted in the second or third chapter of Charity's book. I'll get back to it tonight!
Thank you Mary, I have loads of book s by my bed as well. It's wonderful when you know the author, the reading feels intimate. Thank you for reading and commenting! And claiming your relevance.
Thank you for asking, Prajna, and thank you again for your inspiring life. I have family who both encourage me and keep me grounded. Here are a few of them: Sarah, Jennifer, Ralph, Catherine, Joe, Cat, Sam and Eliza.
Prajna, Sally is one magnificent creature! I currently know another tortoise who lives near by. I occasionally bring her fancy lettuce. What I learned about her is that even though she has a hard shell, she has nerve endings that run throughout the shell, so she likes to have her back scratched. You are in good company with this wise elder. As for that time it was your turn to dance with a
snake . . .the mere thought leaves me with a heightened sense of anticipation and curiosity. Thanks for the shout out, and for being you.
And wow, you read a lot this summer and I appreciate the listing as it gives me some new things to try. That any of us manage to carve writing lives, filled with stacks of books and essays to read; we fit our worlds around stories and essays, voices asking to be heard; and we daily peel back the layers of the human condition to reveal knowledge, as well as self-knowledge, well THAT is just is truly astounding. And you, good woman are truly astounding. Write on, and please give my admiration and regards to Sally.
Yes. There are so many books. I much prefer to hold the book in my hand. I hope you get to read some of them in your own pace. They are all books that take time to integrate.
oh wow, so juicy! Savouring and saving this post as you mentioned SO MANY BOOKS I NEED TO READ! Ah but how to quieten that inner masculine that demands to read it all NOW ... so much to savour. Thank you and thank you for the mention. Humbled and excited xx
Thank you for the mention, what a nice surprise. I like that we've connected the way we have. I hope things are settling in more for Abby, companion and friend-wise. I'm currently reading Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold on to What Matters by Charan Ranganath. Not exactly light reading, but having dealt with a memory disorder most of my life, I'm really interested in memory and the way it works, or doesn't. What it was *designed* to do versus what we think it's supposed to do. Ranganath is pretty accessible for a science writer, perhaps because he's not just a scientist, but also musician.
Hey Jodi, I am enjoying this connection as well. Recently I listened to a woman about our age clarifying the difference between the spectrum of ADHA and Alzheimer's disease (I am not an expert on either-for sure) but listening to her gave me a sense of relief, as I forget allot. I attribute it to interruptions of focus but as I thought more about it. I have always been forgetful unless I am moving, then it will land in memory and I remember. Why We Remember sounds like a great book. Perhaps you will write a review of it on your stack. If called, I would love the nuggets. Thank you for you comment and friendship.
Prajna, I'm honoured that you mentioned me, my publication. Thank you!
I've been reminded, well more than reminded, forced, to slow down this last week. I got sick, and I know it was because I kept hearing my body say, rest, slow down, and I ignored it and kept putting it off until my body took over and I was sick in bed with a miserable cold for a few days. Maybe this time I'll learn the lesson!
I'm reading The Outrun by Amy Liptrot, funnily enough about slowing down and healing and getting away from it all to do that. Hmmm ;)
Hi Georgia, getting sick will do it. I broke m leg a couple years ago—full stop. Obviously, I have not garnered all of the lessons yet. Reading your stack and gentle reminders is always a healing reminder for me. Thank you for your comment and The Outrun - great title.
Oh wow. That’s definitely a full stop. This cold has made me slow down and I know it’s what I needed 🙄
Sally shows us that even though we carry a hard shell we have a softer side underneath. Turtles are slow and yet they tend to saunter at a pace that is only known to them. Turtles are relentless and yet if turned over vulnerable as they have a tough time righting themselves. When a turtle, turtles to use a sailing term they require someone to assist them in getting back on all fours. In many ways we human beings are the same. We each come into this world with our own vulnerabilities we carry a shell to protect from the world that would try to turn us onto our shell exposing that soft side. When I read the African proverb, it provokes the thought that if one goes alone the vulnerability is greater and thus the need for speed to outrun the fear, the risk, the roadblocks along the way. When we go together, we can go at a pace that allows us to enjoy and saunter much like Sally the turtle. We move together and while risks and roadblocks still exist the division of labor accommodates them amongst the group; each one assisting the other there to right the other when we turtle. We understand that our life is much more fulfilling when we slow down and assist and enjoy each other's company as we make our way...
Lori, I love this idea of turtling and then being helped to un turtle back to ground. Thank you.
I love this Lori, Thank you. I will come back to it.
Prajna, thank you so much for the mention, for considering Shy Guy Meets the Buddha a "relevant Substack." What an honor!
Keep up the great work! 🙏💚
Hello Don, You and your stack are very relevant. I love all that you are doing later in life, like myself. It is never too late to claim our relevance, thank you for leading.
with love, P
Thank you so much, Prajna! 🙏💚
This is something I am learning to do for myself. For me, it's a very important lesson.
I have not held a book to read in a whole month. I have a stack of them by my bed and a fun thing about the current part of the stack is that I know every author! I got distracted in the second or third chapter of Charity's book. I'll get back to it tonight!
Thank you Mary, I have loads of book s by my bed as well. It's wonderful when you know the author, the reading feels intimate. Thank you for reading and commenting! And claiming your relevance.
Thank you for asking, Prajna, and thank you again for your inspiring life. I have family who both encourage me and keep me grounded. Here are a few of them: Sarah, Jennifer, Ralph, Catherine, Joe, Cat, Sam and Eliza.
Thank you for reading Abigail! I am so happy your have so many 'Sally's" Sarah, Jennifer, Ralph, Catherine, Joe, Cat, Sam and Eliza.
I think I met a few.
Prajna, Sally is one magnificent creature! I currently know another tortoise who lives near by. I occasionally bring her fancy lettuce. What I learned about her is that even though she has a hard shell, she has nerve endings that run throughout the shell, so she likes to have her back scratched. You are in good company with this wise elder. As for that time it was your turn to dance with a
snake . . .the mere thought leaves me with a heightened sense of anticipation and curiosity. Thanks for the shout out, and for being you.
And wow, you read a lot this summer and I appreciate the listing as it gives me some new things to try. That any of us manage to carve writing lives, filled with stacks of books and essays to read; we fit our worlds around stories and essays, voices asking to be heard; and we daily peel back the layers of the human condition to reveal knowledge, as well as self-knowledge, well THAT is just is truly astounding. And you, good woman are truly astounding. Write on, and please give my admiration and regards to Sally.
Stephanie
I love this. Yes I will give your regards to Sally. I think she already knows you. Lovely kind words.
Snakes and roses coming soon.
Oh, Sally, with her one eye open, one eye closed. Love her too!
Thanks for the mention, Prajna, and look forward to hearing more about the snake when you’re ready!
Lots to explore in this post, thank you. Will dive into the links that I don’t already know.
Yes, she is such a good friend. Thank you Wendy!
Thank you, Michelle
Yes. There are so many books. I much prefer to hold the book in my hand. I hope you get to read some of them in your own pace. They are all books that take time to integrate.
Love you, sister
oh wow, so juicy! Savouring and saving this post as you mentioned SO MANY BOOKS I NEED TO READ! Ah but how to quieten that inner masculine that demands to read it all NOW ... so much to savour. Thank you and thank you for the mention. Humbled and excited xx
Yes, yes, yes, I feel yours coming as well. Can’t wait!
Hugs to you.