Barbie dollHot side pieceDistraction ThrillSide chick I’mCreativeMessyEmbodying infinity UndefinedConstantly evolvingI take up spaceDo you have room for all that?……………I’m not a piece of the puzzleI am the puzzle For more of my writings, visit giladaman.substack.com. To check out my latest book, Inner Piece: Decluttering a Soul, click here.
Tag: spirituality
Thunder In Paradise
I venture out for coffee, my five-year-old daughter in tow. We have been staying here for a couple days now, Wi-Fi has yet to be set up, beds have yet to be delivered. But it’s nice. A variation on glamping. The walls are painted therapeutic colors and we enjoy a time of simple living—away from … Continue reading Thunder In Paradise
Days of the Weak
Days of the weakDays of the strongYesterday you dropped a bombToday you tell me to move along Weeks turn to months, months into yearsTime passes in good form, but I’d rather count in tearsWhy are things measured in length 10 years of devotion, so that shows strength?If all that time adversity lay low?I’m told it’s … Continue reading Days of the Weak
A Passover Haggadah for Trauma Survivors
Who wants to re-enact trauma? Sure, we want to grow from our experiences; remember those times in our lives we showed up like never before. When our survival instincts kicked in, when our visceral responses led the way. When we were reminded of our prowess and capabilities, which are often so overlooked in a modern … Continue reading A Passover Haggadah for Trauma Survivors
Passover-Themed Positive Affirmations
I let go of what no longer serves me. I can overcome adversity. I can get to the other side, no matter how deep the issue, if I but take a step. I release the attachments and interpretations of my ego. I am worthy simply as I am. And now for a funny one… Life … Continue reading Passover-Themed Positive Affirmations
Clearing Out Energy: Cherishing Ourselves and Loved Ones
When I get rid of stuff, I can feel more potent in my own existence. My energy isn't tied to things. I have all I need inside to get by. Sure we need certain objects, but the power is within us. Between consumerism and social media, we can begin to feel very disempowered. Decluttering reminds … Continue reading Clearing Out Energy: Cherishing Ourselves and Loved Ones
Present with What Is
Managing moving and getting rid of 90 percent of my belongings to downsize is really hard. Add to that, doing it while being a single mom. I know I'm making great choices for myself and my five-year-old daughter, and it's still a very emotionally taxing process. At times, I'm super inspired as I step into … Continue reading Present with What Is
Decluttering: Frees the Mind, Opens the Heart
This stuff that covers up my truth Disconnects me from the spark of my youth Recently I've been getting rid of many of my belongings. I am downsizing to a home less than half the size of my current home. At first I was daunted by it, and I still am—it's a lot of work, … Continue reading Decluttering: Frees the Mind, Opens the Heart
Post-Divorce: A Behind-the-Scenes View
While I have you behind the scenes, why not continue the tour, no? So much for a segue… After I graduated nutrition grad school, I spent a decent amount of time not only describing the role of a registered dietitian, but also explaining how my grad school, Teachers College, offered a master’s in nutrition. Yes, … Continue reading Post-Divorce: A Behind-the-Scenes View
The Real Me
It's honestly jarring to think of the behind the scenes lives of people. They look one way on the outside, and often it's not until the people are out of our lives that we really know who they are. It's tragic, really. It's not that the inspired, soulful version isn't the real me. It is. … Continue reading The Real Me
Mindful Nuggets 