This unbridled vertical energy
Dominating my head space,
My scanner spinning at a reckless pace
My inner narrator droning on endlessly,
Drowning out my deeper knowing.
[...]

In the current of life
there’s no such thing as change,
only flow and the present moment.
[...]

I’m in the chrysalis of change,
Hanging in the bardo
Between then and now,
My caterpillar parts
[...]

Oh, to be unhookable –
From temptation
From triggers
From the tenterhooks
[...]

In the topsoil
Of my experience
I feel so exposed,
At the mercy
[...]

Majestic, broad, proud.
I see you
From every window
Of my living room
My furniture positioned
[...]

I am your guide
Your mirror
Your cheerleader,
Reminder
Of your true nature,
[...]

Drum circles,
Bodies undulating together,
Storytelling around a fire…
[...]

My head swings
From side to side,
Part salamander
Part water —
[...]

I come from a lineage
Of spiritual warriors
And truth tellers.
We ferret the shadow
Out of hiding
[...]