This morning, at work, I couldn’t open my Facebook app on my phone. It had all but disappeared. Out of nowhere, I felt a wave of panic and tears come over me.
The panic and tears weren’t about missing any likes or scrolling through my feed. It was the feeling of being cut off from something much deeper than that.
For me, Facebook has become more than just a social media app. It’s a lifeline. It connects me to my blog site, my work page, and most importantly, my advocacy (side note: today just so happens to be my 8 year anniversary since I created my blog site!). It’s where I find community, share stories, open conversations, and connect with people who remind myself (and others) that none of us are alone.
When that little blue icon on my phone refused to open, no matter how hard I kept trying, I realized just how much it has become part of my voice and my purpose. It helps me stay connected, feel seen, and continue the work that matters most to me.
Thankfully, Rich worked his magic when I got home from work and fixed the glitch. But the moment has stayed with me all day. I will never again take for granted the platforms that allow me to share, to advocate, to create community, and to develop connections.
Our lifelines—the people, the places, and practices that keep us grounded and connected are worth cherishing.
For me, another lifeline that keeps me grounded and connected is nature. So this afternoon, Rich and I headed north of the city, not too far from home to a trail that led to a really cool, brand new 4-storey boardwalk.
Nature is a gentle reminder to breathe again.
I am always grateful for my lifelines that help me get through.
Shabbat Shalom 💛
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