It's hard to beat this conversation about hormones, electricity, and the menopausal brain. YES, I know I need to fix that chipped tooth, but it all seemed so very on-brand?
I know I'm still recovering! Need to catch up on a few more things across the socials and we have to choose our next book--I'm a slow reader, but I voting for the one by Glynnis MacNichol where she goes to France to eat, see art and have great nookie... I'M MOSTLY HERE TO ENJOY MYSELF :)
I get the sense while you're talking about reserving judgement, and in so much of your writing, there's a strong element of awe. So much gets taken for granted and it is only when elements start to fail, some times spectacularly, that we can appreciate the wonder and beauty that is everywhere.
I've framed own health issues as the universe trying to get my attention.
At first there might be a gentle tap on the shoulder, then maybe something akin to a moderate spat. Eventually, when it was obvious that I wasn't listening, she got out the 2x4 and lovingly beat me to within an inch of my life.
I couldn't have put it any better! Also, a greater sense of discernment about having more choices in the face of our health issues. That is something that's come with age.
I haven't shared this before but in the midst of my health failing I was caught in a pretty traumatic kitchen fire. Instantaneously and wholly enveloped in flames, and before the pain hit, my brain says, "Wow, I've always wondered what this was like."
And then, some other part says "WTF did you just say?" At the most, that lasted just a second or two but it was beautiful and horrifying and full of awe.
And at the burn center (even for a relatively minor burn, they send you home with a large green outdoor sized garbage bag full of supplies), one of the nurses was my junior high sweetheart.
First, OFMG... glad you are ok. Second, that is a chapter for your book... the kismet. Three, I set myself on fire once during masters thesis week in grad school--reaching for the tea--and I think my brain had a similar convo. No burn center required, but oy!
Oh, thank you! Such things are terribly scary when you are person living with difference, but I couldn't think of a better person with whom be an utter, vulnerable goofball than Kim ❤️.
I will put on the list for our summit for July 26-28--which you can join virtually, if available! We're writing a 10-point plan which will inform our foundation grant for the next 5 years. I'll be writing more about it here as will Alicia and Heather!
Alisa, you continue to be the best damn one-woman PR team for Money & Love we could ask for! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and vulnerability with the world; I really admire how in the midst of all you've been going through, you've applied the 5Cs to make better decisions (and gotten your dad to do the same!).
Aww... Abby, it's just so SOLID! We're using it at the Institute for Women's Futures because if there aren't so many Money & Love issues in the room there, I don't know where they are! I'd love for you and Myra to teach it at our retreats coming up... but more to come on that very soon!
Fab convo. I declare from now on, the last week of May be The Alisa Kennedy Jones Week.
I know I'm still recovering! Need to catch up on a few more things across the socials and we have to choose our next book--I'm a slow reader, but I voting for the one by Glynnis MacNichol where she goes to France to eat, see art and have great nookie... I'M MOSTLY HERE TO ENJOY MYSELF :)
That book sounds awesome. I’ve been behind on reading and social too. It’s a juggle.
Absolutely fabulous, as I said when I first read it when Kimberly posted the interview!
I get the sense while you're talking about reserving judgement, and in so much of your writing, there's a strong element of awe. So much gets taken for granted and it is only when elements start to fail, some times spectacularly, that we can appreciate the wonder and beauty that is everywhere.
I've framed own health issues as the universe trying to get my attention.
At first there might be a gentle tap on the shoulder, then maybe something akin to a moderate spat. Eventually, when it was obvious that I wasn't listening, she got out the 2x4 and lovingly beat me to within an inch of my life.
I couldn't have put it any better! Also, a greater sense of discernment about having more choices in the face of our health issues. That is something that's come with age.
I haven't shared this before but in the midst of my health failing I was caught in a pretty traumatic kitchen fire. Instantaneously and wholly enveloped in flames, and before the pain hit, my brain says, "Wow, I've always wondered what this was like."
And then, some other part says "WTF did you just say?" At the most, that lasted just a second or two but it was beautiful and horrifying and full of awe.
And at the burn center (even for a relatively minor burn, they send you home with a large green outdoor sized garbage bag full of supplies), one of the nurses was my junior high sweetheart.
First, OFMG... glad you are ok. Second, that is a chapter for your book... the kismet. Three, I set myself on fire once during masters thesis week in grad school--reaching for the tea--and I think my brain had a similar convo. No burn center required, but oy!
This is incredible. Congratulations and thank you for sharing it with us all ❤️
Oh, thank you! Such things are terribly scary when you are person living with difference, but I couldn't think of a better person with whom be an utter, vulnerable goofball than Kim ❤️.
How do I get involved with the Institute???
I will put on the list for our summit for July 26-28--which you can join virtually, if available! We're writing a 10-point plan which will inform our foundation grant for the next 5 years. I'll be writing more about it here as will Alicia and Heather!
Excellent!
Alisa, you continue to be the best damn one-woman PR team for Money & Love we could ask for! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and vulnerability with the world; I really admire how in the midst of all you've been going through, you've applied the 5Cs to make better decisions (and gotten your dad to do the same!).
Aww... Abby, it's just so SOLID! We're using it at the Institute for Women's Futures because if there aren't so many Money & Love issues in the room there, I don't know where they are! I'd love for you and Myra to teach it at our retreats coming up... but more to come on that very soon!
Amazing and look forward to hearing more!
What’s not to love about cheese and sex!? Perhaps we’ll need to do a Part 2 and ONLY discuss cheese and sex.
I'd be down for that... there are so many cheeses that GO well with sex! Raclette--hello???
Don't forget Cheez Whiz....:)
Such a great interview, so much truth and inspiration! Much love and respect to both of you, and looking forward to watching/doing further collabs.
We have so much good ahead of us!