Some sensations and emotions remain with us long after the moment passes. Are you allowing yourself to release whatever is stored in your body, heart, and mind? This episode talks about giving yourself space to feel the feels.

The 21st Anniversary of September 11th recently happened. I’m actually recording this episode on 9/11/22 after commemorating this significant day at the race hosted by the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. It’s my first time participating at the St. Augustine, FL location around new people. During the event I shared laughter and tears among the community of people gathered for the race. Being together reminded me of how we as a community, and humanity, can unite in kindness.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP103’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. With a day like this, I knew it’d be important to allow myself to feel the feels. While giving myself space and grace, you also came to my mind. How can people engage past trauma and past emotions in a healthy way? We can explore this question together in the safe space of our Wise Walk.

On our Wise Walk, I talk about showing up for yourself and holding space for your wide range of emotions. Come with me as we reflect on these Wise Walk questions:

• When you honor September 11th, or any significant date in your past, do you give space and grace to really allow those emotions to surface?
• Whether your emotions are highs or lows, do you allow yourself to feel the feels in that moment?
• What can you do to honor that awareness?
• In what ways are you expressing the emotion?
• If you feel called to cry, do you know why you’re crying?

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation continues to spread their impact and honor the heroism of September 11th, 2001. The wonderful community takes time to be present for the emotions and lessons we carried from that day forward.

Each of us has a unique experience of these events. Feel and honor your emotions with these Wise Walk questions:

• Can you also zoom out to the big picture and notice everyone around you?
• Do you see an opportunity to connect with them if you’re willing to open up to each other?
• As you do hard things in life, in what ways can you call upon your inner strength?
• Do you hold space to feel the feels?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

 

In this episode:

[00:23] - Welcome to the show!

[00:47] - Mary Tess talks about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation race she takes part in to honor September 11th.

[02:42] - Honor your emotions. Each of us has a unique experience of these events.

[04:25] - Mary Tess expresses how she feels running a race to honor the heroism shown during September 11th.

[07:01] - Mary Tess explains the emotions she connects with the sound of bagpipes. She shares its significance.

[09:16] - How can people engage past trauma and past emotions in a healthy way?

[11:07] - We have freedom because of the heroic service of everyday people.

[13:35] - How can you honor the emotions of significant past events?

[15:28] - “This is a day I know I need to hold space for.”

[17:11] - Mary Tess reflects on the impact the charitable event may have on the kids who attend with their parents.

[18:54] - There is beauty in these moments of remembrance.

[20:47] - “I am stronger than I sometimes give myself credit for.”

[23:12] - Everyday is a blessing.

[24:58] - Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

• “We get to live because so many people step up and do brave acts. And they sacrifice because of their service.” - Mary Tess
• “I am stronger than I sometimes give myself credit for.” - Mary Tess

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