I’ve hesitated sharing this with you. Over the holiday break, I tuned into one of my favorite podcasts, Family Secrets, only to hear my own voice chime back. I knew it was coming, I just didn’t know when.I gulped. Held my breath. And then exhaled a soft teary smile for the next sixty minute listen.
Eeeee! A bit scary to share. I am comforted feeling your encouragement and in some strange way, your leaping with me. Swimming in the deep end together!
I wish I could have your voice in the car with me everywhere I go. I wish I could bear hug you. I wish you could have seen the face of the sweet lady who gave me a comforting smile through the car window as I was weeping at a red light at the sweet embrace of your new family. Thank you so much for sharing this, for the lessons and inspiration it contains. I felt myself growing new branches as I listened ❤️
As I just mentioned in another comment to you somewhere else, you’re a forest Chloe. Your branches reaching far and wide, a sanctuary for life to alight, sing and then soar. At least that’s what your reflections and inimitable wisdom do for me. ❤️
Hi. While I understand your trepidation, I’m here to affirm your choice to bring your story in your voice to Family Secrets. I’ve been a listener and fan of Dani’s pod since its beginning. I would not have had the good fortune of discovering your story. It led me to your website, to read your episodic memoir, to watch your mini-docs. And, ultimately, it led me to donate to Unfixed Media. My connection would not have happened, but for Family Secrets. It wasn’t so much a spoiler as a curated preview. Then, as I get to read your story in more depth, it feels like an acquaintance who I get to catch up with. Kudos to you on all the platforms and gifting Unfixed to this community. (And by “gifting” I mean giving us the opportunity to enjoy while supporting you with encouragement and donations!) cheers!
Wow. The tangled, invisible webs of our lives... I’m endlessly moved by the way humans find each other on this planet. Sure, the internet and all our modern devices make it that much easier, but sometimes I do wonder if there are even more ethereal, or ancestral puppet strings, tangling us all together. I am learning so much from all the humans I’ve encountered these past 4 years with Unfixed, a constant stream of wisdom and compassion all wrapped up in these funny meat suits. Thank you for finding your way here, for bringing your presence and attention to the work, and for offering your generous support!
Very excited to listen to this podcast. And as others have mentioned, I also agree with Christine — hearing your story takes nothing away from reading your words. In fact, I think they will compliment each other. Congratulations Kimberly :)
Wow—congratulations on this beautiful opportunity to share your story! I’m downloading it now and can’t wait to enjoy the new parts...plus the parts I’ve read about via your spoken voice. 🤗
Kimberly!!!!! This is so exciting!!! I can’t wait to listen and I wholeheartedly agree with Christine. Nothing could deter me from finishing your memoir. I LOVE Dani Shapiro and her two memoirs are on my TBR list.
I am so proud of you for being so brave in sharing your story. The only other time I’ve heard of something similar was actually Dani Shapiro’s story. I’m sure it’s more common than I realize AND those people that are experiencing it need access to stories like yours. Especially one with so much heart and feeling on each page. Running to go listen neowwww! ❤️
As usual, I'm catching up and holy cow! It's only been a few weeks and it feels like I've missed a years worth of fantastic news. I'm looking forward to listening to the podcast, although I want to catch up on your chapters first! You always have me hanging on the edge of my seat wanting to know what's next. You are a marvel. Congratulations on your success. xo
Omg wow. I applaud you for going on the show and sharing your story so openly and willingly. It was so very moving (and you speak so fluidly and eloquently), and it's such a beautiful place that you reach by the end despite all the hardships along the way.
Thank you Nathan. Yes, it's been a winding and long journey. And I'm only in my forties! The last eight years living with this strange, unnerving dizziness, has especially been one of my greatest teachers. It's interesting how life gives us exactly what we need, in my case a physical and inescapable instability that forced me to find peace and stability despite the sensations.
Booking myself a time to listen attentively to this. I love Dani Shapiro's writing and I'm aware of her story and its parallels to yours. Getting goosebumps that you two connected.
Goosebumps indeed! Ever since her book Inheritance came out, Dani’s story has been a map for my own. She gave me the courage and the words to feel the feelings and to navigate the unchartered terrain.
Dani did a great job addressing the undiagnosed anxiety in my youth. It might be good background for you before the interview this week but you may also want a fresh perspective on perfectionism and its complex roots. I’m so looking forward to seeing where our conversation goes and have been thinking a lot about my sun journey of (in)learning!
You are so right Shaler, my momma is a healer. Just moments ago I gave her an always teary goodbye hug after a week together. Her selfless love for me is like an undying sun, and I’ve seen her in the last eight years as this story has unfolded, an ever increasing willingness to release her own story so I can let it take shape in me, for my own healing. That kind of love is rare, so rare. Though it doesn’t surprise me. She’s been praying her whole life to be of service through her loving, this I know. ❤️
Thank you, Shaler, for tuning in to me. I feel deeply seen. And you’re right, whatever healing results from my personal letting go, Kim deserves it. Her presence in my life is totally a blessing! Thank you for seeing the whole of it. The bottom, top and sides of my heart thank you for the clarity and generosity of your response.
I love this card for my mom. We were just texting last night and she said that card perhaps reflects her 12 year old self that felt such a dearth of wise women in her life... so through books and worldly experience, she decided she might need to become one herself. ;)
Congratulations again! I’m so honored to be your friend.
Eeeee! A bit scary to share. I am comforted feeling your encouragement and in some strange way, your leaping with me. Swimming in the deep end together!
I wish I could have your voice in the car with me everywhere I go. I wish I could bear hug you. I wish you could have seen the face of the sweet lady who gave me a comforting smile through the car window as I was weeping at a red light at the sweet embrace of your new family. Thank you so much for sharing this, for the lessons and inspiration it contains. I felt myself growing new branches as I listened ❤️
As I just mentioned in another comment to you somewhere else, you’re a forest Chloe. Your branches reaching far and wide, a sanctuary for life to alight, sing and then soar. At least that’s what your reflections and inimitable wisdom do for me. ❤️
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Hi. While I understand your trepidation, I’m here to affirm your choice to bring your story in your voice to Family Secrets. I’ve been a listener and fan of Dani’s pod since its beginning. I would not have had the good fortune of discovering your story. It led me to your website, to read your episodic memoir, to watch your mini-docs. And, ultimately, it led me to donate to Unfixed Media. My connection would not have happened, but for Family Secrets. It wasn’t so much a spoiler as a curated preview. Then, as I get to read your story in more depth, it feels like an acquaintance who I get to catch up with. Kudos to you on all the platforms and gifting Unfixed to this community. (And by “gifting” I mean giving us the opportunity to enjoy while supporting you with encouragement and donations!) cheers!
Wow. The tangled, invisible webs of our lives... I’m endlessly moved by the way humans find each other on this planet. Sure, the internet and all our modern devices make it that much easier, but sometimes I do wonder if there are even more ethereal, or ancestral puppet strings, tangling us all together. I am learning so much from all the humans I’ve encountered these past 4 years with Unfixed, a constant stream of wisdom and compassion all wrapped up in these funny meat suits. Thank you for finding your way here, for bringing your presence and attention to the work, and for offering your generous support!
Very excited to listen to this podcast. And as others have mentioned, I also agree with Christine — hearing your story takes nothing away from reading your words. In fact, I think they will compliment each other. Congratulations Kimberly :)
Smiling as I read your affirmation Michael. 🙏
So thrilled for you!!! Cannot wait to listen ❤️❤️❤️!
Wow—congratulations on this beautiful opportunity to share your story! I’m downloading it now and can’t wait to enjoy the new parts...plus the parts I’ve read about via your spoken voice. 🤗
Thank you dear Maddie! ❤️
Kimberly!!!!! This is so exciting!!! I can’t wait to listen and I wholeheartedly agree with Christine. Nothing could deter me from finishing your memoir. I LOVE Dani Shapiro and her two memoirs are on my TBR list.
I am so proud of you for being so brave in sharing your story. The only other time I’ve heard of something similar was actually Dani Shapiro’s story. I’m sure it’s more common than I realize AND those people that are experiencing it need access to stories like yours. Especially one with so much heart and feeling on each page. Running to go listen neowwww! ❤️
Well while you’re listening, if my voice could hug you, it is.❤️
As usual, I'm catching up and holy cow! It's only been a few weeks and it feels like I've missed a years worth of fantastic news. I'm looking forward to listening to the podcast, although I want to catch up on your chapters first! You always have me hanging on the edge of my seat wanting to know what's next. You are a marvel. Congratulations on your success. xo
Congratulations Kimberly!
I've not heard of the podcast or Dani Shapiro. So, I assume I just need to go to that Dec 28th instalment?
Thank you Nathan! Yes, the name of the episode is You Belong to the Mystery. 👏💛
OK so I just finished listening.
Omg wow. I applaud you for going on the show and sharing your story so openly and willingly. It was so very moving (and you speak so fluidly and eloquently), and it's such a beautiful place that you reach by the end despite all the hardships along the way.
Thank you for sharing this, Kimberly.
Thank you Nathan. Yes, it's been a winding and long journey. And I'm only in my forties! The last eight years living with this strange, unnerving dizziness, has especially been one of my greatest teachers. It's interesting how life gives us exactly what we need, in my case a physical and inescapable instability that forced me to find peace and stability despite the sensations.
I so appreciate you taking the time to listen. ;
I'm in awe of how you've handled it and what you've achieved.
Got it, thanks 😊
Wild horses couldn’t drag me away.... I’ve saved this for my next lone wander - counting hours til then xxx
May there be snow under foot on that wander!
Booking myself a time to listen attentively to this. I love Dani Shapiro's writing and I'm aware of her story and its parallels to yours. Getting goosebumps that you two connected.
Goosebumps indeed! Ever since her book Inheritance came out, Dani’s story has been a map for my own. She gave me the courage and the words to feel the feelings and to navigate the unchartered terrain.
I found my quiet time and listened, uninterrupted. It was so good. Thank you for sharing your journey and the peace it has led you to.
Thank you for sharing an hour of your thoughtful presence with me John. 💛
I didn't catch the name of that syndrome?
Mal de Débarquement (translated by friends as “bad boat syndrome.” ) 😂
Ah. "Disembarking disease". After spending more than a couple of hours on a rocking boat, it's not uncommon to feel that the ground is moving.
It sounds like this is that feeling, but without having been anywhere near a boat.
I was asking for a friend (my wife.) She related to much of what you said, particularly the perfectionism. "She's me."
I get goosebumps too from the idea of you two connecting. Hoping to find that quiet time today!
I look forward to listening, not worried about spoilers in the least. xo
Awwww, thank you friend.
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Dani did a great job addressing the undiagnosed anxiety in my youth. It might be good background for you before the interview this week but you may also want a fresh perspective on perfectionism and its complex roots. I’m so looking forward to seeing where our conversation goes and have been thinking a lot about my sun journey of (in)learning!
Been thinking on this much of the day. Respect.
You are so right Shaler, my momma is a healer. Just moments ago I gave her an always teary goodbye hug after a week together. Her selfless love for me is like an undying sun, and I’ve seen her in the last eight years as this story has unfolded, an ever increasing willingness to release her own story so I can let it take shape in me, for my own healing. That kind of love is rare, so rare. Though it doesn’t surprise me. She’s been praying her whole life to be of service through her loving, this I know. ❤️
Thank you, Shaler, for tuning in to me. I feel deeply seen. And you’re right, whatever healing results from my personal letting go, Kim deserves it. Her presence in my life is totally a blessing! Thank you for seeing the whole of it. The bottom, top and sides of my heart thank you for the clarity and generosity of your response.
I love this card for my mom. We were just texting last night and she said that card perhaps reflects her 12 year old self that felt such a dearth of wise women in her life... so through books and worldly experience, she decided she might need to become one herself. ;)