On the recommendation of a dear, extraordinary psychologist, I just read the book, Circle Of Stones by Judith Duerk. Although every word on every page resonates with me, I especially love this: “And if ever the fear or nagging guilt comes that she has meaninglessly isolated herself or become quiescent, she need only remember from the study of alchemy that, even while the individual works diligently and waits prayerfully for inner transformation and wholeness, her work is reflected in a transformation in the greater realm: the wholeness manifesting in the life of one individual becomes a microcosm of wholeness effecting alchemical change in the macrocosm of the outer realm . . . wholeness begetting wholeness. Woman, with a candle lighted to help her keep faith with her own life . . . a centered presence spreading in concentric circles from her.”

Quite honestly, there have been many moments when I have lost faith in myself and Divine presence/guidance and have questioned my self-imposed periods of isolation. At some point, they do transition to moments of awareness and recognition that it’s been absolutely essential to dive deeper and deeper within and grapple with the wounding, betrayal, lack of safety, and travail involving family and ex for the goals of healing and transcendence. I think the above-mentioned quote perfectly corroborates and encapsulates the rise.

Hmm, I could attach Phoenix, but I think my work Emergence once again prevails.