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I came to Earth during Tinder-High-Season

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Modern dating has never fascinated me, but I guess I will have to play along, as I ended up on Earth during Tinder high-season. Yet, impatiently waiting for it to become like that picturesque southern Italian island mid-December – beautifully deserted. 

I can probably count the dates I have been on using both hands. Swiping left and right has turned me into a shallow being. Why are they all so short?!? I won’t lie, I have always experienced life through the eyes. And why wouldn’t I? Earth is beautiful. But being on the apps makes me feel like I am searching for the America’s Next Top Model, instead of someone to hold me during late August thunderstorms. 

As I would not classify myself as an avid dater, I would say I’m a curious observer. Nothing really surprises me, yet everything amazes me. Have humans skipped the part where they ask genuine questions to get to know someone? And I don’t mean ’What sex position do you prefer?’ Clearly, a first-date-approved question for many.

”Conservative,” they say when I don’t give them an answer, and then that strange, distant look, like I’m from another planet (if they only knew). 

Darling human, you don’t want another sex partner, you want someone who listens to your worries at 3am, I silently whisper. They don’t hear, too busy trying to convert me to hedonism.

What about flowers? Ok, I see, no flowers. Books? What about your favourite book? Ok, I see, you do not read books. What makes you laugh?  Cry? Ok, I see, you have not thought about it. 

”Go to Earth,” they said. ”It will be fun,” they said.

Yet, I find myself trying to figure out which website can offer me that no-return ticket.

I’m not from here, but I do, I really do, love it here. Fascinated.

Impatient, scared and humanely human. You won’t cure your loneliness with yet another casual partner, I silently whisper in my mind.

”Another drink?” they ask.

After date number two or three, (sometimes even after date number one!) these pictures have a tendency to start popping up on your phone. And I can promise you, it is not a picture of their cat. 

A cat would be cute. I love cats!

It’s not what humans do that amazes me, but how fast they do it. Throwing intimate details at random strangers. You never asked about my day, though, I silently murmur.

But what do I know, not being from here.

And then there are these fascinating humans who have the ability to disappear! And I, who thought I was the peculiar one. It usually happens after a few dates. You were talking to each other and then, all of a sudden, poof – they are gone! Like they never even existed.

Fascinating! Please, tell me how it’s done!

It’s crowded here, both on Earth and on the apps.

”Why spend time on your phone when you can just talk to that beautiful girl sitting next to you?” I quietly ask the boy opposite me, swiping left and right like there’s no tomorrow.

”If you looked up, you would see the way she looks at you.”

I have come to notice that they are everywhere, these humans. It’s like they are blind to what’s happening around them!

I once saw this beautiful boy who was gathering the courage to walk up to a group of girls. But then came a notification on his phone, and suddenly he was in another world.

The girls walked away, and the boy ended up alone, next to his phone.

Humans tend to look down.

I wonder, could they maybe try to look up? Or at least straight ahead? I think it would do good for their necks, and perhaps, dating life.

Last week I heard a woman complaining on the phone about how lonely she is. It was 5pm and the food store was filled to the brim. Opposite her was an attractive man, apparently on his way to the gym.

I saw the way she looked at him.

He smiled at her, but she had already turned her back around.

That smile!

She did not notice.

I noticed!

What a shame.

It’s not what humans do that amazes me, but how they don’t seem to notice what is happening around them. It’s like they’ve lost their sense of sight.

I have always experienced life through the eyes. And why wouldn’t I?

Earth is beautiful. Humans too.

You are not something to achieve

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You do not need to be fixed. All is well, my dear. Everything is exactly as it’s supposed to be. You’re fine. No, you’re more than fine; you’re perfect. The sun will rise again tomorrow. And you will too.

In a world where constantly striving to be the best version of ourselves has become the norm—even an obsession—be the one who stands firmly, grounded and at peace. Striving for perfection is like stepping onto a never-ending roller coaster. Trying to improve yourself 24/7 (yes, you are—you’re wearing that watch that tells you how poorly you slept), hoping to reach that higher, better, more aligned, more-at-peace, beautifully zen version of yourself.

Nothing outside of yourself will ever help you reach that if you’re constantly neglecting what’s within. How do you think you’ll hold on to that feeling of “finally, I’ve made it” if something inside you is screaming for your attention, but you just look away?

“No, I don’t want to listen. Instead, I will go there, do that, improve that, achieve that—anything that will make me feel whole.”

You know what? Another person, a better job, a fancier apartment won’t fix your aching heart.

Yes, I agree, all these material and worldly things are wonderful. They are beautiful decorations to an already peaceful life. But they will never bring you lasting peace if peace is missing from the inside.

It takes a toll on the body to be in this constant “I need to better myself” mode. Maybe you don’t need the 10-step routine on how to regulate your nervous system. Maybe you just need your own voice reassuring yourself that you’re okay. You are completely, utterly okay. And if you really need a change, start from there. Start from love, not fear. Start from within, start from you. Not because you’re watching someone else improve their life. The want needs to come from you.

You are not something to achieve. You are something to let come forth. Something to let bloom.

You don’t know what you want? Maybe if you started to live your own life, instead of watching other people live theirs, it would gracefully appear.

Listen.

And of course, you need to change things if you find yourself living a life that makes you suffer, both mentally and physically. But here, I’m talking about that never-ending dissatisfaction with yourself, whatever you do, whatever you achieve. You’re simply always miserable, despite whatever beautiful thing life gives you. Nothing will ever be enough if you do not feel whole from within.

Yes, life is uncertain. Unpredictable and absolutely wonderful at the same time. Your time is limited; don’t spend it being at war with yourself. Don’t spend it constantly needing to improve and prove yourself.

You do not need to be fixed. You just have to learn to befriend yourself. All is well, my dear. All is well.

Let Nature guide you

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Just like Nature, we evolve, one precious season at a time. As summer is still upon us, with her humid days and soft nights, Nature asks us to shine our brightest. To speak up and let our deepest desires be voiced. There’s no need to shout them to the entire world, but at the very least, be honest with yourself. What do you want?

There’s no time for hiding, as the air is warm, the breeze is fresh. Let the wind carry your voice. Let it be expressed without guilt. There’s a time for being quiet, a time for being honest, a time for looking ahead, a time for pressing pause; there’s a time for all seasons under the sun.

It starts from within. It starts with you being honest with yourself. If you can’t express yourself to others, at least express yourself to yourself. Trust your voice. Trust your being.

August is often seen as the month to start fresh. Begin again, again and again. But know that you can start anew whenever you wish; on an early Tuesday morning mid-March, on a late, quiet evening cold February, blooming June, dark November – it’s all up to you.

August carries a lightness and curiosity with her – let that guide you. Allow moments of silence to enter. Sit quietly and ponder. Maybe there’s emptiness, maybe there’s torment – whatever there is – allow and let go. You do not need to invite every feeling or thought that enters your mind. You can simply give them a polite nod, and then, kindly, ask them to leave. Some thoughts are here to remind us of who we no longer are. And the more we invite peace, stillness, then the thoughts that do belong will start to flow more easily.

Move with Nature. Move with August. Let them show you everything that you already are.

There is magic in the August air

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August is for faith. Love and compassion. Knowing one’s worth, and the ability to shine a light in another person’s life. Taking care of the body, as well as the soul. Exploring new cities and friendships. It’s for constantly learning, constantly evolving. Small steps in the right direction. Appreciating every victory, every mistake. Blissful mornings. Dark, quiet evenings. Golden opportunities from dusk till dawn. The ability to inspire other human beings. Improving the quality of life. Challenging the body. Loving the body. Loving life.

This August is all about being present in the here and now. It’s about finding humour in everyday life. Expecting and enjoying the unexpected. Curiosity and creativity. Confidently chaotic. It’s about a life that’s flourishing and exciting. Beautiful and unexpected. It’s about life.

August is for seeking knowledge, the truth resting deep within. Savour every breath of this moment while summer effortlessly turns into fall. It’s pure beauty, pure art. Nature soothes us with her colourful heart. Wherever we go, whenever we fall, Mother Nature’s passionate spirit embraces us all.

Make a choice, take the leap, and don’t you dare forget your true worth underneath. 

August, darling, I welcome you. Teach us that it’s never too late for new beginnings, never too late to reinvent oneself. In the midst of all the chaos, we find ourselves. At peace. Never afraid to start again. Begin again. Again and again. Dear human, close your eyes to old ends, open your heart to new beginnings.

Move with the hour

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Have you ever felt that your life is at a standstill? You notice big shifts happening within you, yet when you look around, everything is the same. Or so it seems… Although your inner landscape is quietly reshaping, the outside does not always move at the same speed.

But then, almost out of thin air, something happens. You get that call. An opportunity, right in front of you. Something you have been dreaming of. And suddenly, it’s here.

I’m not ready.

But you have been preparing for this moment. Putting in the work, staying consistent. Trusting. Being open to receiving. But most of all, you have been brave. Brave enough not to give up on yourself.

Your job in this moment is to keep on trusting. Keep on believing that good things are happening for you. When something you have been dreaming of for years, suddenly stands in front of you, it’s easy to feel uncertain. Slightly anxious, even afraid to mess it up. Do I really deserve this?

Yes, you do. Your dreams are here for a reason. They are part of you. They are you. The funny thing is, we can never know how things will happen. There is no clear roadmap when it comes to life. Sometimes, we just have to move with the hour. Stay present with our beliefs, and flow with it. Life requires patience. And a deep amount of courage.

So, what you can do is allow. To enjoy the process. Invite the dream to dance. At times, you will step on each other’s toes. You will be out of sync, but after a while, something magical will start to happen: you will start to move with each other. You will become one.

Creativity – A way of being

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Humans are innately creative.

I truly believe the desire to express ourselves is deeply rooted within each and every one of us, along with the desire to be understood. However, the fear of being misunderstood or ridiculed stands in the way for many who wish to explore creative endeavours.

Ever since I was a child, I had this nagging little voice in my head: ”Who do you think you are?” every time I performed on stage or was successful in my sport. I can’t recall exactly where that voice stemmed from, but nonetheless, I could always count on its arrival!

Creativity is so much more than writing a perfect essay, painting art for galleries or performing on stage… Creativity is a way of being.

What if we took the pressure off ourselves and simply expressed ourselves more honestly in our day-to-day lives? What if we just started to live more truthfully? Not to impress, not for validation. Simply because of the desire to.

My mornings are my little getaway. Every dawn, I see the chance to re-centre myself, gather my thoughts, my being, and let myself flow more effortlessly. I bring my warm cup of coffee back to bed, and I just sit. Sometimes I listen to a meditation, sometimes I journal, but most often, I just sit. With my coffee. But what does this have to do with creativity, you may ask? I agree, sitting with yourself in bed might not sound like much, but it is. It’s the moment before the rest of the world wakes up and shouts for my attention. I get to be bored if I so choose. I get to be me, simply me. Without the noise. I get to listen to my own voice. And that, my dear, is rather magical.

Allowing boredom to enter is one of the most beautiful things we can do for our creativity. To let the mind wander away to distant places, to let the authentic, sometimes quiet, voice speak up. But somehow we choose to ignore it. It never shouts, it whispers. It never demands, it suggests. It never judges, it invites.

Whether you are a morning person or not, I bet you can carve out moments during the day to embrace snippets of boredom. Maybe you choose to commute in silence. Maybe there is time for a quiet walk during your lunch break without distractions. Maybe you can end your day just being.

Being ”on” every waking hour does not feed your creativity. You need moments to gather your thoughts.

Moments of stillness. Stillness within and around yourself. Yes, it can feel uneasy. Yes, anxiety may arise. Yes, you may feel frustration invading your entire body. Eventually, it will go away. Let it come. Then, let it go. There’s no need to engage with the unnecessary. You do not have to befriend it. Be polite, give it a little nod, and then, like a fresh breeze, allow it to pass you by.

Creativity requires patience. Curiosity. It will ask you to stop and listen. To not sprint through life on autopilot. It wants you to take a quiet walk in the park. It wants you to look at the sky, the moon and the stars. You see, it’s everywhere. If you just stop and look around. Look up. Not down. Turn off the phone. Turn off the noise. Be here. Now. In due course, it will invite you to dance.

So, the next time my mind whispers: ”Who do you think you are?”, perhaps I can smile and think: I’m simply someone who is learning to live in a way that feels true.

the softness of a new dawn

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I have not been writing in a while. As soon as I get too caught up in the external world, my writing somehow drifts away to a sacred place. Nevertheless, it never goes far, it’s always near, quietly reassuring me that it will still be here when I’m ready to let my fingers dance on the keyboard again.

When the days are filled with tasks, endless to-dos, and too much screen time, my intuition falls asleep. It craves the stillness of an early morning. It awakens amidst the blooming trees of July. It cherishes the spaciousness of the bluest, warmest vanilla sky. It feeds on quiet moments in between.

I don’t always listen, and I have for sure neglected its needs. My soul grows tired, and I ask myself: What is missing? And then I realise, nothing is missing. I was focusing on the wrong things. I got carried away, not by the beauty of nature, but by the chaos of the external world.

As soon as I do too little of the things that light me up, my soul begins to suffer. My entire body feels out of alignment and my daily frustration grows stronger and stronger.

But what do I do then, to recenter myself?

I slow down. I let myself become bored. I allow. I feel. I let the softness of a new dawn guide me back home. I take my eyes off the screen, and I participate in the real world. I buy fresh flowers, decorate my balcony, flirt with the cute stranger in the coffee shop, buy myself a too expensive cup of matcha, take long nature walks, and go to the bookstore simply to feel alive. I look at art and remind myself that life is happening here and now. Every morning I have the privilege to choose how to show up. It’s not what has been, nor what will be, but the pure experience of being here now. And my intuition, my creativity, is once again brought back to life.

Dear June….

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… let’s create.

”If it’s out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too.”

June dear, nature must be head over heels for you,
the way she blossoms when you arrive.
I look at you, and wonder,
out of all the months in the world,
I’m happy to have found,
one so perfect for me. 

June is for hot, loving summer nights.
Magical, never-ending evenings. The sun wide awake,
but please, don’t go back to sleep, you’re one to keep.
June is for finding the happy within. Smelling roses and counting stars.
Eating strawberries. Breathe me in like air.
June is for dancing
with the waves, playing with nature,
– kissing the soft, morning rain.

You’re impeccable, just the way you are. 

This June is all about not forcing things. What flows, flows. What crashes, crashes.
There’s only space for the things that are meant for us.
Beautiful words, beautiful beings.
Life is happening now, while appreciating where we are in our journeys,
even if it’s not where we desire to be.
Let summer, be summer. Let winter, be winter.

It’s about speaking with integrity,
expressing deeply rooted desires.
Throwing out limiting beliefs,
negative self-talk.
Trusting, and accepting oneself.
Loving oneself.

Don’t ever forget to smell the blessings around you.
Don’t ever forget to breathe in the person you are.

”Wild, my darling, be wild. Don’t let them tame you.”

Dear June, I welcome you.
Teach us, how to become one with what is,
within and without. Still and alert.
Precisely as nature at 5 am.
Promise dear, you’ll keep us safe.
Darling promise, this time your burning sunlight will last

forever.

❤
Linda

The art of taking up space

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It’s spring darling, let yourself bloom.

Taking up space does not necessary mean expressing yourself to others. Being loud about your becomings; look at me, value me, please, give me permission to be me.

Maybe it’s more about taking up space within yourself. To allow yourself to be. To focus on yourself, and not being so caught up in other people’s whereabouts.

Take up space in your own life, darling.

Become comfortable sitting with yourself. Listening to your own voice. Choosing your own path. Within, within. Within. It all starts from within. Who are you when no one is watching? When no one is there to validate your presence? Your accomplishments. Is your art still valuable, without the attention of the other? Or, is your own validation not enough? What do you seek from them, that you cannot give to yourself?

It’s human to want connection. Without others, we’re incomplete. But without yourself, you’re nothing.

Allow your breath to deepen, allow your thoughts to expand. Allow your voice to matter. You have the whole universe within you, and somehow you still seek all the answers out there.

What if you became quiet? No distractions. No temptations. No noise. Nothing. Complete stillness. You see, stillness does not equal silence. You will hear the birds sing, the heart spring. That subtle light emerging from within. Growing, expanding into every cell of your body.

Stillness is like a lullaby. A warm hug from a loved one. A gentle stroke on the cheek. The body finally whispering It’s safe. Safe to be me.

Allow yourself to exist, darling.

You do not have to be load to be valuable. You do not have to shout to make your voice heard. You do not have to share to exist. Breathe, darling, breathe.

Create space for all things new. Allow boredom to enter. Take up space within your body, take up space within your mind. That is what makes you free – To be able to be stimulated, without external stimuli.

Live slower, and You will emerge faster.

Wintering

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”Anna Karenina is not for the light days of summer, it is to be read during the depths of winter.”

Winter is a season for slowing down. Just as nature is asleep, preparing herself for her blooming becoming of spring, we too have the opportunity to find deep rest. It’s not so much about being inactive, but more so about attentiveness, and still moments filled with silent whispers from within.

So, don’t treat winter like she is summer. She is deep. Nourishing and quiet. Let her thick layers of pure white snow comfort you. Let her cool wind guide you home.

Allow yourself to be winter when you are winter, and summer when you are summer.

What is your favourite winter activity? ❤️

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