No Ayahuasca Needed

Yesterday I had a big realisation. And I needed it.

I was stuck in my head and my body felt drained.

And the moment came in the ultra modern way, not from a mushroom or ayahuasca trip I hear you think…but from a digital connection with men.

From a podcast. *

I felt seen, heard and most importantly, understood.

They spoke of the exact place I was at and it was a lightbulb moment.

I’m in this part of my personal journey which feels long, dark and slow progression.

They described it as the abyss or dark forest, taken from Joseph Campbells, Hero’s Journey.

And with that I felt found.

Cause I kinda felt lost.

Suddenly there was a name and understanding for this period of my existence.

And most importantly, many men have been there before me.

And, they all came out the other side…for better.

This gave me a new lease for life!

I was excited and motivated - I wanted to share this with the world.

One of my core character traits is enthusiasm and here I was ready to skip out of the forest with a banner saying “I’ll be okay”.

Once again, I found my strength, and it came from fellow brothers.

You see - Its a lonely journey as a man.

Has been for a long time. We feel the need to appear strong, soldier on and not be a burden on others.

I mostly don’t struggle with seeking help - I have a therapist, mentor, friends, partner and family.

But I know like many men, we hit a point where we say, “I’ll be okay if I just keep on going for another day”.

A day can turn into two though..and two into three…

I guess the message here is…you are not alone and you do not have to feel alone.

There are an unlimited amount of people there to hear and see you, if you let them.

*Modern Wisdom #1063