Shame is probably the most complicated of human emotions yet this piece explores and explains it so beautifully. If shame is the door to Divine love, then shame serves a wonderful purpose. You helped me to see that and also to see shame in all its many lights, and for that I thank you. And I thank you for sharing what is most definitely one of your GIFTS with us - it truly is such a blessing to read your words.
As always, going to reread this because wow wow wow. 💛💛💛
Thank you so much, my love!🥰 You know, I wasn’t really feeling this essay as much as some of my others, but I knew I had to get it out of my system (and delete it from my Notes app!). Which just goes to show how much shame I create around writing that feels less than perfect to me. All of you inspire me, with your regularity and consistency to speaking your truths. It makes me feel like, if I have something to say, perfection can be found in saying it now and with conviction.
I was reading Stig Dagerman the last few days and oddly enough, coincidental timing, I noted that shame in his work is heaviest when it becomes inescapable—an internalized self-judgment that characters can't outrun. It’s this pervasive, psychological weight of shame that traps them in cycles of self-doubt, existential dread, and, in some cases, self-destruction.
You’ve tackled an impossibly hard subject — the intersection of love and shame. Oh my this essay should be reread a few times… I agree that we are all one essence on a metaphysical level but loving the Other is life’s spiritual practice. You said it beautifully Nida. Thank you
I’m so glad you enjoyed the essay and found it valuable. I like how you described us as “one essence on a metaphysical level but loving the other is life’s spiritual practice.” So true and so well said! I think love does not fully grow into Love until we embrace the shame within our self, and simultaneously, in others.
a wonderful, wise, precious chant to wholeness and divine love through the door of shame... Reading you tastes like bliss ✨ thank you so much Nida 🙏🙏🙏
Oh my God!🥰 Thank you, Forrest.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 I am speechless.
Once again, just wow.
Shame is probably the most complicated of human emotions yet this piece explores and explains it so beautifully. If shame is the door to Divine love, then shame serves a wonderful purpose. You helped me to see that and also to see shame in all its many lights, and for that I thank you. And I thank you for sharing what is most definitely one of your GIFTS with us - it truly is such a blessing to read your words.
As always, going to reread this because wow wow wow. 💛💛💛
Thank you so much, my love!🥰 You know, I wasn’t really feeling this essay as much as some of my others, but I knew I had to get it out of my system (and delete it from my Notes app!). Which just goes to show how much shame I create around writing that feels less than perfect to me. All of you inspire me, with your regularity and consistency to speaking your truths. It makes me feel like, if I have something to say, perfection can be found in saying it now and with conviction.
Wonderful necessary reflection. Such a great read
Thank you, Emily!🥰 I’m so glad you found something of value here.
So much wisdom in Rumi, thanks for sharing Nida! Beautifully said. Keep up the great writing :)
Thank you so much, Alejandro!☺️ Glad to have you here and grateful you took the time to read my work.🙏🏼
No worries, Nida. Glad to be on-board too!
I was reading Stig Dagerman the last few days and oddly enough, coincidental timing, I noted that shame in his work is heaviest when it becomes inescapable—an internalized self-judgment that characters can't outrun. It’s this pervasive, psychological weight of shame that traps them in cycles of self-doubt, existential dread, and, in some cases, self-destruction.
How interesting! I just responded to this further on your restack. Thanks for that, and for taking the time to read and respond so thoughtfully.❤️
You’ve tackled an impossibly hard subject — the intersection of love and shame. Oh my this essay should be reread a few times… I agree that we are all one essence on a metaphysical level but loving the Other is life’s spiritual practice. You said it beautifully Nida. Thank you
I’m so glad you enjoyed the essay and found it valuable. I like how you described us as “one essence on a metaphysical level but loving the other is life’s spiritual practice.” So true and so well said! I think love does not fully grow into Love until we embrace the shame within our self, and simultaneously, in others.