The Journey Inward

I’ve read so many wonderful and thought-provoking responses to this prompt. They have motivated me to answer for myself!

What motivates me most often – in any and every aspect of my life – is that I love to grow and growing is how I love. This is not my phrase, but rather words I borrowed from the poet Andrea Gibson, as she reflected on the meaning of self love in her latest Substack release. It resonated deeply with me and sums up what makes me strive to be the best mom, partner, teacher, dog lover, writer, traveler, documentary watcher, researcher, (and on and on) I can be.

Photo: bridge in Charleston, SC. 7.12.24 by LA