Craving Catharsis

[qos]

I really, really want the opportunity to be in a safe space, with a beloved, respected person who can take me to catharsis and then hold me afterward.

There's a lot to be said for a good night's sleep, healthy meals, exercise, the daily rhythm of spiritual practice.

But sometimes I want to be taken to the edge and tipped over into the purging fire and the nurturing darkness, held there while I cry and scream, and then be tenderly pulled out and cared for.

There is no one in my life right now who I can go to for this sacred service, and I'm not sure what to do about that.








I suppose praying to Ereshkigal would be a good start.

Comments

[ancareth-raven.livejournal.com]

But sometimes I want to be taken to the edge and tipped over into the purging fire and the nurturing darkness, held there while I cry and scream, and then be tenderly pulled out and cared for.

I needed to know about this. Thank you.

[shadowandstar.livejournal.com]

"Needed" in what way - if you don't mind my asking.

[ancareth-raven.livejournal.com]

For voicing your rare want that parallels my own, as given or taken. I'm not aware of others saying such things, other than whispers of my soul...

[shadowandstar.livejournal.com]

Thank you for saying so.

That's one of my most important reasons for being public with my work and my path.

[oakmouse]

Praying to Ereshkigal would be a good start, yes. Also possibly to Inanna, who is about being transgressive and breaking boundaries --- although you'd want to be careful to detail what you're looking for to her, as otherwise she might throw you into a situation that had other features you really didn't want. (Transgressive goddess is transgressive.)

[alfrecht.livejournal.com]

What you're talking about is very appealing on many levels...I am somewhat wishing for something like that myself these days, but I don't know how or with whom to attempt it.

And, speaking of herself: how is the devotional coming? (I hope I'm not bringing up a sore topic in raising the question...)

[shadowandstar.livejournal.com]

I'm collecting the last couple of submissions, and plan to start sending out formal release forms in the next couple of weeks.

I'll be very glad to get this project completed!