Navigating the Night: Finding Solace in the Here and Now
Dear Bicky,
I understand the struggle you're facing. The idea of making it through a single night can be overwhelming, especially when it feels as though everything is beyond your control. Sometimes, the very thought of an additional breath seems insurmountable.
The Uncontrollable Nature of Life
THings are often out of our hands, and some circumstances can be truly shitty. However, there is a light within each of us that needs to be guarded and nurtured. Your life holds a unique light that no one else can provide, a light that the world needs. Yet, it's important to remember that adding more responsibility is not the solution. You matter, you deserve the best, and your life is precious.
Reflection and Mind Over Matter
But who you are and what you think about life might actually be the root of the problem. Are you struggling because of the thoughts you have about life, rather than the conditions themselves? Your perspective can significantly influence your experience. Thinking you can't get through the night is like saying it's too difficult to come out of the womb. It may seem insurmountable, but the knowledge and ability to do so were beyond you at the time, too.
Survival of the Night
How do you make it through this night?
I don't have the answer, but I love you, and I believe in your ability to choose to stay. Just for tonight. Let tomorrow come as it will.
Embrace the Present Moment
The sounds, colors, and feelings that surround you right now are the only things that matter. Do not focus on enduring the night. Focus on being present. Let the air breathe through you. Allow yourself to rest. This moment holds us all. It is our mother, our moment of rest. In the womb of this moment, there are no borders or boundaries. There is only unity.
Unity and Connection
If everyone is resting in this moment, regardless of our actions, thoughts, or experiences, we are all one with this moment. This unity can help us recognize our connection to each other. This is a reminder of the importance of your question and why it resonates with me. It may also provide a hint for others answering your question.
May peace and love be with you tonight.
Take care.