As a sailor and a diver both, I would say this is mostly the case! However, sailing for me involves time slowing down in many cases, and being one with the wind and the waves. The analogy you used is quite sound - just that in sailing there are also moments of reflection, of going for no purpose other than around - to no other destination, of just being out (in the sun, wind, waves.)
This is great imagery for me. I definitely live in Sailor mode most of the time, but the image of the diver exploring the depths really resonates. It will help me recognize those moments when she’s ready to pause and have a look around, so I can leash my Sailor long enough for an experience. Thank you!
A beautiful and very helpful metaphor ! Thank you for sharing this… I will be keeping it in mind as I go about my week as a gentle reminder to let the diver do their thing too ☺️
Wow, Sarai! I loved this newsletter so much. Reading this 'late' but it came to me at a perfect time when I feel I have been all Sailor for far too long. Thanks again for sharing your beautiful insights and reflections.
This was a great reminder, I often forget that I don't have to be the driver all the time. Have you read Rick Rubin's book The Creative Act. Its such a good read! I grew up feeling like the only way to live was as the driver but when you work in a creative field it can feel overwhelming to produce great art all time. And now I'm off to M and L for some fabric therapy. Cheers!
As a sailor and a diver both, I would say this is mostly the case! However, sailing for me involves time slowing down in many cases, and being one with the wind and the waves. The analogy you used is quite sound - just that in sailing there are also moments of reflection, of going for no purpose other than around - to no other destination, of just being out (in the sun, wind, waves.)
This is great imagery for me. I definitely live in Sailor mode most of the time, but the image of the diver exploring the depths really resonates. It will help me recognize those moments when she’s ready to pause and have a look around, so I can leash my Sailor long enough for an experience. Thank you!
A beautiful and very helpful metaphor ! Thank you for sharing this… I will be keeping it in mind as I go about my week as a gentle reminder to let the diver do their thing too ☺️
I like this metaphor, and I think it's one that I'll be able to remember and keep in mind!
Wow, Sarai! I loved this newsletter so much. Reading this 'late' but it came to me at a perfect time when I feel I have been all Sailor for far too long. Thanks again for sharing your beautiful insights and reflections.
This was a great reminder, I often forget that I don't have to be the driver all the time. Have you read Rick Rubin's book The Creative Act. Its such a good read! I grew up feeling like the only way to live was as the driver but when you work in a creative field it can feel overwhelming to produce great art all time. And now I'm off to M and L for some fabric therapy. Cheers!