If I Go Deep If I go deep into the cold, dark rough waters… If I go deep will I find a Rock? Will I find a rock to hold onto like seaweed, flowing with the tide If I go deep will I find a reef to tear a hole in my side and leave me to rot and be eaten by the fishes? If I go deep will I find a silver light and the kingdom of the Mermaids to take me to another land far away… If I go deep will I find a Rock? I will sing with the Western Wind I will bathe in the moonlight I will make friends with the white caps I will swim with dolphins I will go down I will search I will not die.
In "If I Go Deep," you thoughtfully highlight the tension between confronting our vulnerabilities and the fear of what might surface. The way you frame this internal battle provides a new lens through which to view personal growth—one that encourages acceptance of both our light and shadows. It’s a beautiful reminder that going deep within ourselves is often the key to unlocking true healing. Thank you for this meaningful reflection!
Thank you Anton, that is very kind. We must face this internal battle in order to grow, even though the process is frightening and difficult. But in the end, I believe it is worth it.
"The poetry class did indeed open up old wounds, but in a new and cleansing way." Such an important distinction between opening wounds in old and triggering ways vs. new and cleansing ways. Thanks for sharing!
In "If I Go Deep," you thoughtfully highlight the tension between confronting our vulnerabilities and the fear of what might surface. The way you frame this internal battle provides a new lens through which to view personal growth—one that encourages acceptance of both our light and shadows. It’s a beautiful reminder that going deep within ourselves is often the key to unlocking true healing. Thank you for this meaningful reflection!
Thank you Anton, that is very kind. We must face this internal battle in order to grow, even though the process is frightening and difficult. But in the end, I believe it is worth it.
"The poetry class did indeed open up old wounds, but in a new and cleansing way." Such an important distinction between opening wounds in old and triggering ways vs. new and cleansing ways. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for your comment. That was a vulnerable share, even though it was ages ago.