Thank you for sharing Shannon. This brought me to tears, as almost everything does when I think of my teenage son who also struggling with “jeans” and endless comparisons. I quickly felt more at ease and hopeful once I read the q&a and I’m reminded that we can all feel good and help lift up one another.
Mia, I remember at our Canada retreat you shared a general statement about not trusting female relationships/ interactions in the past.... I said I’m glad you’ve come to trust women and you responded, “It doesn’t mean that I always do.” I was a little surprised because despite any hesitations, you bring us together as allies and remind us to encourage each other! Thank you for this space, Jessica Burch
I love these community shares. Way to go Shanon for being the first one. My heart goes out to you raising young children in today’s world with the pressures of social media. I honestly can’t imagine how difficult it must be. Keep loving your daughter and reassuring her that she is enough just as she is. I grew up in Richmond, VA; not too far from Midlothian. Thank you again for sharing your story.
Thank you for sharing Shannon. This brought me to tears, as almost everything does when I think of my teenage son who also struggling with “jeans” and endless comparisons. I quickly felt more at ease and hopeful once I read the q&a and I’m reminded that we can all feel good and help lift up one another.
Mia, I remember at our Canada retreat you shared a general statement about not trusting female relationships/ interactions in the past.... I said I’m glad you’ve come to trust women and you responded, “It doesn’t mean that I always do.” I was a little surprised because despite any hesitations, you bring us together as allies and remind us to encourage each other! Thank you for this space, Jessica Burch
Jessica if it's ok, I would love to talk about this in the upcoming Q&A as well. I think the sister wound is a big topic for many many women.
Sounds great!!
Beautifully written and so relatable with the lists we keep and the deep love for our children. Thank you Shanon!
I love these community shares. Way to go Shanon for being the first one. My heart goes out to you raising young children in today’s world with the pressures of social media. I honestly can’t imagine how difficult it must be. Keep loving your daughter and reassuring her that she is enough just as she is. I grew up in Richmond, VA; not too far from Midlothian. Thank you again for sharing your story.
Cindy Standen