You know when you are hardened.  

You can feel the edges brusque. 

But it can be so hard to soften in the moment. 

To allow the softening.

The hardening is there, for a reason,

probably good reason. 

It’s protecting something. 

You have to have the courage to choose the softening,

over the protecting yourself. 

This is not easy.  But it’s required.

It’s necessary to feel the full expression of love and connection. 

It is the healing action, in real time.

So.

Unlock your jaw. Drop your shoulders. 

Release your brow.  Allow your eyes to water with fear.

 And open your heart anyway.

XO

Rita