I dare you (and myself): be vulnerable to magic of affection. Let in the sweetness.
Working and reworking the kawaii power presentation has gifted me the opportunity to reflect on many subjects close to my heart. Magic, vulnerability, belief, sincerity. All the cheesy words I repeat. Ah, and cynicism. Always lurking in my shadow. So this talk was just as much a sharing of my spirit and passion and hope as it was a mantra to myself:
Be vulnerable to the magic of affection. Let in the sweetness.
We all need reminders to soften. To notice we might be clenching our fists, distancing from those we love or whom love us, hiding behind our masks. I know I do. I’m on a continuous journey to reconnect with my capacity for warmth. And it’s really hard sometimes. But we have so many hidden treasures and friends around to help us: Totoro, Kiki, music, cats, cupcakes, sushi, a waft of fresh forest air, a silly random endearing connection with something, somewhere, anywhere.
Perhaps, as we grow older and often more suspicious, doubtful/skeptical, and distanced, we need to re-open our hearts to vulnerability, softness, and tenderness. Perhaps cuteness can be one of the sounds of empathy and sincerity.
So here’s to more sweetness to share.
Not overpowering, not excessive, hopefully just the right amount to bring out all the magical flavors of life~ soft and fluffy, Japanese cheesecake style.
Nom nom nom,
xoxo,
Skye.pianist
For details/archive/script of the presentation, go here!
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