Kyra, 'belonging begins in the moments we stop wandering away from ourselves' — what a line. This whole piece feels like such a gentle permission slip for so many women. Thank you for creating spaces like this. Carried with care!
Yes, they are not the same thing at all. Fitting in is not the synonymous with belonging. It makes me recall that fabulous quote, from the beloved poet Maya Angelou, from her 1973 interview with Bill Moyers, where she famously said, in answer to his question about belonging:
“You are only free when you realize you belong no place—you belong every place—no place at all. The price is high. The reward is great...". So much wisdom here, as she speaks to the paradox of true belonging...
Kyra, 'belonging begins in the moments we stop wandering away from ourselves' — what a line. This whole piece feels like such a gentle permission slip for so many women. Thank you for creating spaces like this. Carried with care!
Thank YOU for receiving what I was hoping to offer, and your beautiful reflection 🌸
Yes, they are not the same thing at all. Fitting in is not the synonymous with belonging. It makes me recall that fabulous quote, from the beloved poet Maya Angelou, from her 1973 interview with Bill Moyers, where she famously said, in answer to his question about belonging:
“You are only free when you realize you belong no place—you belong every place—no place at all. The price is high. The reward is great...". So much wisdom here, as she speaks to the paradox of true belonging...
Meris, thank you for sharing Maya Angelou’s beautiful sentiments and words. They exactly reflect my thoughts around belonging🤗
You're so welcome. My pleasure!