Dangerous Vulnerability

Feeding The Hungry

As competent adults it is hard to take seriously a neediness within that feels out of context. We are adults taking care of adult  life matters, and unexpectedly a younger  more vulnerable, and less confident portion of ourselves comes forward.  This often evokes shame, insecurity, sometimes rage or self hate. When we have such a negative  response it is  because we our alarmed.  If we weren’t adequately nurtured while young, it can feel almost grotesque to be confronted with our needy self now. But the photo, indicates the obvious. They are  starving they need sustenance. Now the inquiry becomes, “What will nourish them? ”

*Photo credit: Teo Rachael-Homann