Queens and Crones

Distractions Be Damned: The Magic of Getting Back to Sacred Work

Cairelle Perilloux Episode 7

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Cairelle shares some personal insight into what's behind the everyday distractions keeping us from our sacred work and offers up a little bit of magic to get back to it. Thanks for listening!

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Keywords

distraction, resistance, sacred work, self-compassion, creativity, midlife, personal growth, writing, spiritual practice, self-care

Summary

In this episode, Cairelle  discusses the challenges of staying focused on important tasks amidst life's distractions. She explores the nature of resistance, particularly when pursuing deeply meaningful work, and offers practical strategies for reconnecting with one's sacred tasks. Through personal anecdotes and rituals, she emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and the understanding that it's okay to step away and return to our passions at our own pace.

Takeaways

  • Life can distract us from our important tasks.
  • Resistance often arises when pursuing soul-deep work.
  • Distractions can be both external and internal.
  • It's normal to feel scattered and guilty when off track.
  • Midlife can be a time of disruption and realignment.
  • Presence, not hustle, is key to sacred tasks.
  • Gentle curiosity is essential when returning to work.
  • Rituals can help in re-establishing focus.
  • You are not late or wrong for stepping away.
  • Trust in your own timing and magic.

Chapters

00:00
Navigating Life's Distractions

07:35
Understanding Resistance and Distraction

12:59
Returning to Sacred Work

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