Thank you for this wonderful essay, Darya. It shows a flexible strength that we all need to get through the stress, anxiety, grief and rage these times elicit. You are very wise to take care of yourself, as we are all, indeed, in for the long haul. Politics, war, occupation, climate change, violence, lies. We need self care even more urgently right now. Blessings to you and your family. Keep breathing.....
Your advice is about the best there is. If you find yourself looking away because it's all too much, heed the warning signs. Take a break. One day or a week, whatever you need. But no-one, no-one knows this better than you, and all Ukrainians, and not least those heroes on the front. Who could not be in awe of you all, and shocked by the aggressive cancer Russia has turned out to be?
Thank you for your kind words and support, Chris! To clarify, I’m not Ukrainian, but my husband is. Like you, I’m in constant awe of Ukrainian bravery and resilience.
Nourishment of the body and soul is essential for stamina so absolutely do what you have to do to keep going ❤️ (I’ve taken the last few days off social media and I feel a lot better for it - I haven’t abandoned the causes I support, I’m just doing it in a different way - so I wholeheartedly endorse what you’re doing!).
Even your prose is like a poem. You master the sentiments that those who really care about justice & peace, especially for Ukraine, feel so strongly. Take care. I await your return.
This poem is very true, as is the rest of what you said. And it is good to begin each day, looking for the reminders of good, and bracing for the difficult stuff. And doing what one can to maintain a balance between the two.
Thank you for this wonderful essay, Darya. It shows a flexible strength that we all need to get through the stress, anxiety, grief and rage these times elicit. You are very wise to take care of yourself, as we are all, indeed, in for the long haul. Politics, war, occupation, climate change, violence, lies. We need self care even more urgently right now. Blessings to you and your family. Keep breathing.....
Thank you, Lydia! ❤️
Your advice is about the best there is. If you find yourself looking away because it's all too much, heed the warning signs. Take a break. One day or a week, whatever you need. But no-one, no-one knows this better than you, and all Ukrainians, and not least those heroes on the front. Who could not be in awe of you all, and shocked by the aggressive cancer Russia has turned out to be?
Thank you for your kind words and support, Chris! To clarify, I’m not Ukrainian, but my husband is. Like you, I’m in constant awe of Ukrainian bravery and resilience.
Nourishment of the body and soul is essential for stamina so absolutely do what you have to do to keep going ❤️ (I’ve taken the last few days off social media and I feel a lot better for it - I haven’t abandoned the causes I support, I’m just doing it in a different way - so I wholeheartedly endorse what you’re doing!).
Enjoy and take care 🫂
Thank you, Tanya! ❤️
Have a great break from the Internet, Darya. Take care.
Thank you, Sonia!
Even your prose is like a poem. You master the sentiments that those who really care about justice & peace, especially for Ukraine, feel so strongly. Take care. I await your return.
Thank you, André!
Take care.
Thank you!
I hope you're having a lovely break.
This poem is very true, as is the rest of what you said. And it is good to begin each day, looking for the reminders of good, and bracing for the difficult stuff. And doing what one can to maintain a balance between the two.
Thank you!