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Prajna O'Hara's avatar

Hi Jamie,

Great post. I honor every step as if it were my own, a bit of a different landscape—same process.

I feel this deeply. Name change, no competetion... I’ve been circling my center too—writing thousands of words only to discover I was slowly (sometimes stubbornly) dancing my way toward the real pulse underneath it all—something is brewing.

It’s such a strange gift, isn’t it? The clarity that comes after the output. I’m also sitting with a mountain of ideas, a lot of love, and the quiet whisper that says: no rush, just truth.

Thank you for naming this pause with such grace. You’ve got this. I’m here for the pivot—and the breath you take before it.

I look forward to where this leads you.

Waem wishes, Prajna

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

“… circling my center …”

I love that. It perfectly describes the feeling of spiraling towards and away, towards and away - that dance of recognition and reclamation.

And YES - “no rush. Just truth.” I am taking the break I promised myself in the post. I am using the post to keep me accountable to that promise, but it’s hard. A voice in my head warns me that I’m running out of time and falling behind. Shhhhh. No I’m not.

I hope you are continuing to make discoveries as you take each next step through your own process. And I look forward to hearing more.

Thank you for being here and for such a thoughtful comment. I appreciate it. 💜

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Prajna O'Hara's avatar

Your post is exactly what I needed. I am in a deep shift, one step reveals the next. I'll be following, listening, learning... in this together.

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

So excited for your next chapter, Jamie! Take all the time you need, we’re not going anywhere. Cheers to you!!

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you so much, Lyns. 🥰 So nice to see you this morning!! xo

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Lyns McCracken's avatar

You too! Those sessions really fill my cup. I’m so very grateful. 🙏

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Eileen Davis's avatar

Good for you, Jamie! Perhaps your perceived “writer’s block” was an important signal that you are now honoring. Total support from this soul!

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Excellent insight, Eileen. I think you might be onto something there!

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Claire Thomas's avatar

Congratulations on the anniversary! Can't believe it's been a year already - I feel so fortunate to have gotten to know you over the last year, and I always look forward to seeing your posts in my inbox! Enjoy the break, and I can't wait to see where you take us all next! :)

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you so much, Claire. I'm so glad I've had the chance to get to know YOU! 🥰

I so appreciate your support and am so often inspired by things you share - music and stories and pics of Iceland. 😊 Here's to another year ... and another, and another, and ...

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Stephanie Tilton's avatar

Congrats on your one-year anniversary 🥳 Hope you can sink into a delicious spot of rest!

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

I'm going to do my damndest!

Hope you're having a good summer. We still have to catch up one of these days. 😉

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Marcia Meier's avatar

Happy musing! We'll be here when you come back.

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you, Marcia. I need a few of those deep breaths and stretches we used to do in WTTA 😍

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Liz Husebye Hartmann's avatar

Have fun storming the castle!

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Best advice ever! 🥰 Chef’s kiss!

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Rhaine Della Bosca's avatar

I am so excited for this in so many ways, Jamie! And Happy Anniversary! 💜

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you so much, Rhaine! I’m so glad we’re on this journey together. I am so excited to see how everything unfolds for you too - such a cool adventure!

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Cathy Joseph's avatar

Happy Anniversary, Jamie! How wonderful to give yourself the gift of time to rest and listen to what is unfolding in your heart. Enjoy every minute of it! I’m very excited for you - and for all of us who treasure you and your writing! 💕

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you so much, Cathy. It’s because I have lovely people like you supporting me that I can make good decisions like, “Hey, girl! Give yourself a break!” 🥰 Talk soon!

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Julie Gabrielli's avatar

Congratulations on your anniversary! It’s a perfect time to recalibrate and listen to the muse for what’s next. I did it last summer (18 months in) and feel the pull this summer for a refresh. Enjoy! I look forward to what emerges.

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

Thank you so much, Julie. I know we just met, but I so appreciate your support in this baby transition. I’m intrigued to hear how your own recalibration went - maybe I’ll catch you in Circle. 😉 Thanks for stopping by!

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Jess Greenwood's avatar

I am internally squealing over as I can't wait to see what this season of rest brings us! Take your time and know that when you return, we will be anxiously awaiting your words.

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SuddenlyJamie's avatar

I wish you could see the way your comment has me smiling from ear to ear. Thank you so much. 💜 Very glad our paths crossed. xo

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