Not too long ago, I gave a candle to a new friend who was suffering an acute bout of anxiety for many good reasons.
I bought a similar candle for myself, and told her that we should light the candles whenever we were feeling a little apprehensive. Here is mine, lit.
Lighting it made me think of my friend. And the thought of her calmed me immediately. I hope she is calm as well.
We are not alone, you know. We don't ever need to suffer our fears in silence. We do have each other. We just need to reach out. It feels so good to know that others are there, and that they understand.
Sometimes we think they won't. But often, people will surprise you. Everyone goes through so much. And so many people have insights that we can't imagine from just looking at them. Because life never ceases teaching, if we are willing to learn. If you share a little of yourself, openly and honestly, with the right person, you will receive comfort in return. Comfort and good cheer.
This week I had the incredible fortune to get to know three really lovely women. Natascha from Agriturismo Verdita, Olivia from La Luna Buona, and yesterday, Megan from TorreBarolo. The Universe blessed me with strong feminine energy this week, something that I won't hesitate to recognize as a gift.
The candle holder in the picture came out of my kiln. It turned out to be perfect for my anxiety candle.
I wish you all peace on this snowy Piemontese afternoon. Peace, calm, tranquility, and the knowledge that you are definitely not alone.
And that is something to be very grateful for.
9 comments:
The Universe is bringing all you wonderful women together..so great for you all.
I love your candle holder, as you say perfect!
I love your idea of lightening the candle in times of apprehension, I do hope that your new friend is calm as well and lighting her candle!
Hope you have a restful weekend, take care.
I hope your candle works and you have a calm weekend. Enjoy the snow. (It's just slushy here)
PS When will your candle holders be in your store... it's beautiful!
Dear Diana, Thanks for sharing such lovely thoughts. So important to know, when things are not going well, that there are friends and family who are ready to help and support. And so important to give in return.
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Kindred candles. What a beautiful idea.
Lovely sentiment and I too believe we are all connected.
& lovely candle holder too!
It looks so peaceful!!
This helped me, Diana.
I occasionally visit here and rarely leave a comment, but I follow your talent and your inspiring life. I have often fantasized about spending a relaxing weekend at your b&b... Some day.
I am carving out a new life for myself, dealing with hefty personal issues and in the middle of a massive career change. This post made me straighten my back and decide that dealing with apprehension is the first big step to getting rid of it. I had been ignoring my anxiety instead of wrestling it.
I'll be lighting a candle today.
Thank you.
oh Diana, grazie mille! I am speechless after reading this.
I wish you were my next door neighbor.
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