lindabardo

On growing, ripening, and moving gently toward what calls you There is a quiet pressure many of us carry. A soft but persistent voice that whispers: “I’ll start when I’m ready.” “I’ll move when I feel more certain.”“ I’ll allow myself to want this once I’ve figured it out.” And so we wait. Not because we are unwilling — but because we believe readiness must come  before  movement. But what if readiness is not a requirement? What if it’s something that  arrives while we are already walking ?...

Finding meaning, warmth, and quiet joy in everyday life There is a way life quietly passes us by — not because we are careless, but because we are waiting. Waiting for a day that feels special enough. Waiting for more time, more clarity, more ease. Waiting for something that finally feels  worth celebrating . And while we wait, the ordinary days keep unfolding. Softly. Silently. Faithfully. Most of life happens here. ⸻ We tend to think celebration needs a reason. A milestone. A success. A...

Why transitions feel heavy — and how to stay with yourself while nothing is settled yet There is a particular kind of tiredness that doesn’t come from doing too much, but from  not knowing where you belong anymore . Nothing is clearly wrong. And yet, nothing feels right. You are no longer who you were — but you are not yet who you are becoming. This is the space in between. And it can feel tender, confusing, unbearably heavy at times. ⸻ The quiet weight of in-between times There are moments...