The Anchor; How Being in Community Can Tether Us.

Trust Painting by Addie Hirschten

Upon ending a call this evening with a women’s community support group, I noticed how grounded and nourished I felt in a way that I didn’t realize I was missing. Even though I was both facilitating and participating in the group, it felt like being held by a group of women was exactly what I needed that no one person alone could have given me. The presence of this group, with the depth of their sharing and laughter, anchored me and encouraged me to gently settle back into my body and relax into being.

In our society, people are feeling more disconnected and isolated than ever. We are disconnected from ourselves and separated from each other. We put on masks; what we want others to see, for us to be accepted. We hide under the surface, not trusting that we are safe to share our vulnerabilities. Everyone is going through hard things. Communities in which we can show up and be heard, seen, and accepted for who we are is medicine for our souls and can remind us of who we are, beyond our life experiences.

If you are feeling alone, there are people out there like you who also are feeling the pain of isolation. Seek out a safe community. Go deeper. Share your story. Share your hard things. Even for us introverts, we are better when we are together.