We are living in an age of overwhelm. Fortunately, when we practice being present—conscious—we can quiet the overwhelm.
“When we flinch, judge, manipulate, or disconnect from that which feels intolerable, we miss the opportunity to metabolize that discomfort and transform it. We can aspire to stay engaged with our thoughts and feelings and not be thrown off by inner turbulence. Of course, part of the process is recognizing and acknowledging places and times in our lives when we are not connected…”
Book Excerpt: The Best Medicine for Confronting Trauma: Be Present