I almost didn’t comment today because I felt I had nothing profound to say. And then, I smiled at the irony. In the spirit of ordinary, I’ll simply say: Thank you. I enjoyed this week’s newsletter, as always.
And I would love to participate in a weekly thread!
Beautiful words, Lisa. As I was reading I kept thinking about the final scene in the movie About Time-- will have to add a rewatch of that to my agenda this week! Grateful for this grounding and enriching newsletter that helps reveal the extraordinary in my "ordinary" Sunday mornings 💛
I think the Human Stuff Thread would be a delight. We who read are already joined by something resonant in your words...and my hunch is we'd learn a lot from each other. <3
Thank you for your words, lots to think about as usual. I find it difficult to start things for fear of not being good enough so this is very timely. Also I am confused by the mention of a Human Stuff Thread. What is it and where was it mentioned, I've obviously misse dit somewhere. Thank you again.
This whole thread could not be more timely. I've been having a conversation lately with a friend who works in the creative space about the endless pressure to create something extraordinary every time. Because that's what makes you stand out and standing out makes you successful. So "they" say. Always grateful for your words and insight. Also ,I'm a big yes for Human Stuff Thread. That's a great idea!
I am crying. Thank you. "Ordinary is enough." This gives me so much space to do stuff and not expect it to be the best. I have a presentation due this week and I am scared that I would be judged because it is not "extraordinary." I am integrating the lessons from this heartfelt letter here. I am giving myself the permission to be ordinary. :)
I can be ordinary and still matter. :) So grateful to you, Lisa! Sending love from India.
I love the idea of a Human Stuff thread. Count me in. In that spirit, your words reminded me of a post I saved quite some time ago. The beautiful words of Jamie Veron resonated then, just as your words do the same for me today. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world and showing up just as you are. I’m so glad that I am here.
This notion occupies my heart and mind a lot as well. I really enjoyed reading your perspective on it. I am really enjoying this space and I look forward to your Sunday letters each week. Also - I rather like your idea about the Human Stuff thread. I enjoy engaging and also having a place to discover things I might not have otherwise been introduced to. Consider me on board if you should choose to pursue it. Thanks again for all you share. A peaceful week ahead to you, my friend.
I am so very pleased you have come to this conclusion. I'm truly delighted for you. Perhaps it's my age, but I adopted this many years ago. It's my way of being. My website in fact has "ordinary" in its title because it's my theme. What a beautifully written article and I hope so many read it and take it to heart. Warm hugs to you.
Your perspective is refreshing, Lisa. This is a topic I have long been pondering - everything around us screams to be extraordinary or don’t even show up at all. On a particularly challenging day recently I succumbed to my inner critic, collapsing in a pile of self loathing - even my very best efforts feel so painfully mediocre. What I keep returning to, however, is this call deep within me to embrace “ordinary” - perhaps to even take delight in it. (It oddly feels rebellious to do!) Thank you for your encouraging words.
I almost didn’t comment today because I felt I had nothing profound to say. And then, I smiled at the irony. In the spirit of ordinary, I’ll simply say: Thank you. I enjoyed this week’s newsletter, as always.
And I would love to participate in a weekly thread!
Beautiful words, Lisa. As I was reading I kept thinking about the final scene in the movie About Time-- will have to add a rewatch of that to my agenda this week! Grateful for this grounding and enriching newsletter that helps reveal the extraordinary in my "ordinary" Sunday mornings 💛
I think the Human Stuff Thread would be a delight. We who read are already joined by something resonant in your words...and my hunch is we'd learn a lot from each other. <3
Thank you! I have so been loving the time I get to spend with your writing and offerings. I think the Human Stuff Thread sounds great!
Thank you for your words, lots to think about as usual. I find it difficult to start things for fear of not being good enough so this is very timely. Also I am confused by the mention of a Human Stuff Thread. What is it and where was it mentioned, I've obviously misse dit somewhere. Thank you again.
Needed to soak in these words and be reminded of the joy in the ordinary-thank you Lisa
This whole thread could not be more timely. I've been having a conversation lately with a friend who works in the creative space about the endless pressure to create something extraordinary every time. Because that's what makes you stand out and standing out makes you successful. So "they" say. Always grateful for your words and insight. Also ,I'm a big yes for Human Stuff Thread. That's a great idea!
I am crying. Thank you. "Ordinary is enough." This gives me so much space to do stuff and not expect it to be the best. I have a presentation due this week and I am scared that I would be judged because it is not "extraordinary." I am integrating the lessons from this heartfelt letter here. I am giving myself the permission to be ordinary. :)
I can be ordinary and still matter. :) So grateful to you, Lisa! Sending love from India.
Yes to all of this…and I love the idea of a Human Stuff thread!!
I love the idea of a Human Stuff thread. Count me in. In that spirit, your words reminded me of a post I saved quite some time ago. The beautiful words of Jamie Veron resonated then, just as your words do the same for me today. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world and showing up just as you are. I’m so glad that I am here.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B1MSjAyn-ZD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
This notion occupies my heart and mind a lot as well. I really enjoyed reading your perspective on it. I am really enjoying this space and I look forward to your Sunday letters each week. Also - I rather like your idea about the Human Stuff thread. I enjoy engaging and also having a place to discover things I might not have otherwise been introduced to. Consider me on board if you should choose to pursue it. Thanks again for all you share. A peaceful week ahead to you, my friend.
My, my, my. What a blessing these words were. Thank you 🤎.
I am so very pleased you have come to this conclusion. I'm truly delighted for you. Perhaps it's my age, but I adopted this many years ago. It's my way of being. My website in fact has "ordinary" in its title because it's my theme. What a beautifully written article and I hope so many read it and take it to heart. Warm hugs to you.
Your perspective is refreshing, Lisa. This is a topic I have long been pondering - everything around us screams to be extraordinary or don’t even show up at all. On a particularly challenging day recently I succumbed to my inner critic, collapsing in a pile of self loathing - even my very best efforts feel so painfully mediocre. What I keep returning to, however, is this call deep within me to embrace “ordinary” - perhaps to even take delight in it. (It oddly feels rebellious to do!) Thank you for your encouraging words.