Day 3 - 282 -- Liminal Space

It has been a long haul over the past 2-1/2 weeks. Today things seem to be moving in a positive direction. That helps reduce the horrific anxiety, for sure. There was more sun and very warm temps today -- like a summer day out there. Some rain expected by Monday, and maybe a bit tomorrow afternoon, but it is still warmer than usual for this time of year. All in all Thanksgiving weekend seems to be shaping up well.

While deconstructing the anxiety of the past week, it became clear that much of the feelings came from a place of caring. Worrying about self and others can create negative scenarios that run through a mind whether they make sense or not. The other side of that coin - understanding from others - serves to alleviate some of the anxiety. I spoke with a colleague last night who seems so relaxed and always has a smile. I feel calmer just being around the person <smile>. When listening to Chef Edward Lee on a program this afternoon, he spoke about inhabiting the liminal space between control and chaos and his admiration for the people who seem to live and thrive in that space. I'd not heard someone phrase the concept in this way before and this really explained what I've often thought of with my colleague and others who seem to manage the stresses in a way I can only aspire to achieve. Not only do they manage the stresses, but they seem able to use them as energy sources to grow in such settings. I am truly envious of this approach to life.

A line or two from a song stuck in my head today. These seem to fit my philosophical meanderings. It is an upbeat song that speaks to the ability of  positive emotion to drive us in many directions -- both good and less than good. Enjoy!

Power of Love -- Huey Lewis and the News