When I was younger I was the social butterfly, the non-stop chatty friend in class, with friends or with whomever would listen to me. I remember my report cards always had a note from a teacher commenting on how I spent more time making friends or I was a distraction because I talked more than doing my work. So one would say I had no problem speaking or using my voice. But later in life that voice was something that got diminished in fear of rejection, fear of fitting in and fear of expressing how I felt.
But in recent years I learned and developed to let go of those fears and speak from the heart. Be more open to express my feelings, and I learned to practice active listening. I found better ways to connect with others and began to love who I was just by being me.
I share this because it is Gemini season and the season of social interactions and where I feel at home. My moon is in Gemini and I am emotionally fulfilled when I can share ideas, and express myself with others. But for others it can be challenging and it could be an indicator where we have an opportunity to heal the parts of ourselves that limit us from speaking up. I created a meditation to help balance the throat chakra with some affirmations you can use for inspiration in finding your voice.
I also love that through my healing I have found some great connections to people who make me feel safe, and where I can share my ideas and be exactly who I am. Most recently I was honored to join in a creative project with some wonderful ladies and we created the Community Table Magazine. A link to our first edition is here, and I also added a video introduction of myself and the other founding members. This publication is filled with articles, quotes and offerings to share with everyone who needs a little inspiration. I hope you enjoy it! Our summer edition is coming out in July and I can’t wait to share it.
I do hope friend you take up space in this life unapologetically. I hope you find your voice and find your community where you can be you. I hope you speak your truth out loud, boldly and without fear of judgement. I hope if you are like me you realize your voice was never lost, it just needed the space to transform, grow and come back to life.
With love,
Danielle
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