I went to visit some dear friends of mine recently and realized that I was on the side of town where my father and grandparents were laid to rest. I immediately felt tension in my chest and had to make a choice. Would I ignore these feelings or face them?
So, I made a choice to go heal. My father passed away in August of 2024. I have dealt with grief in waves. During this visit I allowed the wind to blow on my face, breath in the air and I spent time with my feelings.
Allowing yourself to feel is a choice.especially when the feelings is pain. I tend to find other things to do besides dealing with my pain. I tend to get lost in work, household tasks, or just ignoring the pain. The routine of life makes it easy for me to put the pain to the side.
So, I made a choice…
I sat with myself in my reality. My father and grandparents are gone. I sat with the good things and the not so good things that happened in my family. As the wind blew I felt the goodness of God. I knew that this moment was a kick off to my next.
Even though my father and grandparents lay in the ground they lived and helped so many people. No, they were not perfect but they gave back to their neighbors, family and people in need. In that moment I realized, I must help as many people in need. I have to push through and heal so I can help our world.
So, yes, I went to go heal and it felt so good. I hope this touches you or moves you to do something today that heals you.
Healing…
Lisa Sophia
