In this lake. That’s where I spent the last three days. In this lake, by this forest. In Finland.
The lake’s water is pitch black. 2 meters from the brink, I can no longer see the bottom of it. There is only the abyss.
And yet the water is so soft to the skin. No salty waves disturbing the peace. Just. So. Much. Gentleness. And quiet.
Swimming in that water is both serene AND also profoundly troubling. But why is that?
I realize that I feel this way because of the ambiguity:
On one side are the lovely, blissful sensations of being held by the calm, soft water, watching the tree tops and the clouds pass by.
And on the other side is the disturbing quiet existence of the darkness.
One part of me wants to jump out of the water and just let the water be. The other wants to explore the darkness. To interact with it. To get in on the secrets it holds.
Chartering dark inner waters is what I love about coaching my clients
Then it dawns on me that this is the same thing I love about coaching my clients.
I love the bravery and grit it takes for a client to dive into the dark unknowns of the psyche and discover the patterning of her behavior.
I love the wonder and compassion in her face when she realizes her true power by diving deep and looking the “thing” hiding in the darkness straight in the eye and welcoming it into her life.
So, if you are looking for a curious supportive divemaster when you charter your dark inner waters, I’d be happy to help. Right now, I have two 1:1 sports open. DM for more info.
Also, I’d love to know how you conduct the dance between the darkness, the curiosity, and the fear? Please share in the comments.
Sending you lot’s of love