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Chelsea Steinauer-Scudder's avatar

This is so beautiful and tender, Vanessa. Your words resonate so deeply. I love this reminder: "But of course, mothering is not an infinite well. Mother Earth has limits, just as we do, and we humans are pushing her further and further beyond those limits. Mothering is not just about nurturing. It is also about being fiercely protective of Earth and the many beings we love."

Thank you for weaving my book into your gorgeous words here. Happy Mother's Day ❤️

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Vanessa Chakour's avatar

I'm so happy this resonated, Chelsea. Your book is deeply moving and such a gift to the world. I so look forward to our conversation on May 20th! Wish you and your family a beautiful Mother's Day. 💚

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Saskia Vano's avatar

Hi Vanessa

Thank you so much for yr beautiful piece, every sentiment resonated with me. Is it possible to receive a link to the recording of yr webinar with Chelsea? Thanks so much. Saskia

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Vanessa Chakour's avatar

I am so happy to know that this resonated deeply with you, Saskia. 💚 Yes, here is the recording of our conversation. I hope you enjoy it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4eE1NbHfDc

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Noriko's avatar

"Paying attention grounds me, it is an act of resistance against incessant noise and news cycles that can pull me into urgency, crisis, and distance." What apt words for the busy-ness that seemingly has everyone reeling these days. Taking a moment to collect ourselves and simply breathe - these are my daily antidotes to sail through the seeming chaos.

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Alison Zak's avatar

Thank you for sharing. So much of this resonates so deeply. I’ve found that, since becoming a mother, all my words come to me in the night when there is space. I’m spending the day alone and writing about Mother Earth. Can’t wait to read both of your books!❤️ I love that I found you and Chelsea here on Substack!

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Vanessa Chakour's avatar

I hope you had a beautiful Mother's Day. Sounds like an ideal way to spend it. I'm so glad this resonated, and happy you found us here!

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Leah Rampy's avatar

Thank you for expressing what is true for me and probably many others: we write to understand.

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