Page 52 of Every Step She Takes
“For today’s reflection,” Inez starts, “I want us to talk about listening to our bodies.”
I snort into my mug, and foam splashes onto my nose. Across the table, Mal lets out a sharp laugh, and Inez glares at her.
“Our bodies are the most important guide we have on the Camino,” Inez continues, “and they contain more wisdom than we realize. We need to connect to the sensations of our bodies so we can be attuned to the messages they are sending us. Close your eyes with me. Turn inward. What is your body saying?”
Too much. I feel sweaty and shaky and anxious. My stomach is full of rocks and butterflies, floating and sinking, and the last thing I want to do is listen to it.
Quite frankly, I need my body to shut the fuck up.
M&M Chat
Today
Mal
False alarm, everybody!
No need to panic! It was a false alarm!10:13 p.m.
Michelle
I’m about to train 15 technicians how to use the remote sensing equipment before field work starts next week, and I do not have time for vague lead-ins10:19 p.m.
Mal
Sadie has a fatty crush on Inez, so I’m in the clear10:20 p.m.
Michelle
And Sadie is…?10:24 p.m.
Mal
The woman
With the freckles
That I almost kissed10:24 p.m.
Michelle
You did not mention she had freckles. You don’t stand a chance, my friend.10:25 p.m.
Mal
But I do! Because she’s into Inez!
I’m no longer at risk of kissing her10:25 p.m.
Michelle
Is she still on your tour…?10:27 p.m.
Mal
Yes10:27 p.m.
Michelle
