Flawless. Your reading today was flawless. What a story. Cured. The compassion and evidence your words convey is palpable. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey simply crossing the street metaphorically to be cured. We are in this together. Peace.
Great reading of such a poignant time of your life. As I listened I wanted to be there to help you with some somatic exercises when you were experiencing rising anxiety on the way to the studio. Yes, our survival brain is always on alert. Really looking forward to reading more.
Sarah, when I listened to you read, I was right there with you. The endless drive to the terrifying event. The panic attack. The PHP. CBT. DBT. Wondering how many sun salutations would free me from decades of mental illness. Thank you again for the message that we can heal.
When thoughts, emotions, and behaviors stop syncing, everything feels harder. Building back that internal harmony is slow, sacred work. You're articulating the journey so well for others who need to see themselves on the same path to cured.
Very compelling story! You may have already discovered that "healed" might be the word you want. (Spoken by an energy healer, smile.) There's a difference between being cured and being healed -- and you sure sound cured/healed. I celebrate your remarkable evolution with you!
When I first listened to Pathological (audio version), my own recovery was new and fragile. I'd often stated to myself the "if only" verses you did. A cure was out of reach, I was told, but a new psychiatrist, therapist, or med regimen would someday save me from myself.
My throat closed and my chest tightened as I related to you viewing your former PHP building. I've watched in awe as I've gotten to know you as a talented Substack entrepreneur and teacher. You've smashed the glass ceiling placed over all of us with mental health diagnoses.
I'm coming up on two years since my last hospitalization. I see in you a light in the darkness of a medical community that wanted to deprive me of a precious commodity...hope. May we both continue to thrive. I can't wait to read Pathological again, knowing how far you've come. And so have I. Congratulations on the relaunch and your amazing new life. You're living proof it's possible.
Sarah,
Flawless. Your reading today was flawless. What a story. Cured. The compassion and evidence your words convey is palpable. Thank you for sharing your incredible journey simply crossing the street metaphorically to be cured. We are in this together. Peace.
Christopher and family
Great reading of such a poignant time of your life. As I listened I wanted to be there to help you with some somatic exercises when you were experiencing rising anxiety on the way to the studio. Yes, our survival brain is always on alert. Really looking forward to reading more.
Great example of the power of being able to explain ourself to ourself.
I thought green rooms had to have M&Ms!
Sarah, when I listened to you read, I was right there with you. The endless drive to the terrifying event. The panic attack. The PHP. CBT. DBT. Wondering how many sun salutations would free me from decades of mental illness. Thank you again for the message that we can heal.
Thank you for this. So raw and so hopeful at the same time. I will be listening to more.
When thoughts, emotions, and behaviors stop syncing, everything feels harder. Building back that internal harmony is slow, sacred work. You're articulating the journey so well for others who need to see themselves on the same path to cured.
Very compelling story! You may have already discovered that "healed" might be the word you want. (Spoken by an energy healer, smile.) There's a difference between being cured and being healed -- and you sure sound cured/healed. I celebrate your remarkable evolution with you!
Question—are you left or right handed?
It's not just that your story is compelling, but it is so beautifully written.
Sarah,
I purchased your book months ago -and LOVED IT. Love this writing -so lucky to be inspired by you as an artist and substack teacher.
Absolutely love this. (The link to Chapter 2 seems to be broken, Sarah. Could you pleeease update it? Can't wait to read the next part!)
Beautiful ❤️
Sarah,
When I first listened to Pathological (audio version), my own recovery was new and fragile. I'd often stated to myself the "if only" verses you did. A cure was out of reach, I was told, but a new psychiatrist, therapist, or med regimen would someday save me from myself.
My throat closed and my chest tightened as I related to you viewing your former PHP building. I've watched in awe as I've gotten to know you as a talented Substack entrepreneur and teacher. You've smashed the glass ceiling placed over all of us with mental health diagnoses.
I'm coming up on two years since my last hospitalization. I see in you a light in the darkness of a medical community that wanted to deprive me of a precious commodity...hope. May we both continue to thrive. I can't wait to read Pathological again, knowing how far you've come. And so have I. Congratulations on the relaunch and your amazing new life. You're living proof it's possible.
Thank you for sharing your story. Reading your book helped me see a way out of my dark tunnel.