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Dive into "Mindfulness for Mermaids" with Coral Koi:
Welcome to “Mindfulness for Mermaids,” a thoughtful exploration of self-care and inner healing brought to you by Coral Koi. With a diverse background as a clinician, artist, and performer, Coral Koi brings a unique blend of creativity and therapeutic expertise to this series. These articles are not just about finding balance; they’re a journey into self-discovery, a chance to embrace your inner mermaid, and a reminder that self-care is an art worth mastering. Join in on this voyage to nurture your well-being and experience the magic of mindfulness, where every wave carries a lesson, and every moment is an opportunity for transformation.
Mindfulness for Mermaids
Merfolk support from a mermaid therapist
The mermaid community is similar to many other communities formed around hobbies in that there is for the majority a widespread feeling of welcoming acceptance, excitement in the exchange of ideas, and a sense of belonging. However, there are also more toxic behavior patterns and influences, and this community is no exception to say the least. In this first segment, the issues addressed will be gatekeeping and imposter syndrome.
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It’s that time of year again friends. The crisp autumn air brings with it the sweet promises of fall we look forward to every year. For those of us in the temperate regions, this time means picking pumpkins with our loved ones, engaging in spooky festivities, and watching the gorgeous kaleidoscope of changing leaves reminding us there is beauty in the in-between. It is truly a season of magic, gathering, and tradition. However, this year autumn seems to be hitting a little differently, with a little less magic and a little more worry.
As the Winter begins to fade there is a gentle stirring that occurs. It can be noticed in the earth when the snow melts and the air fills with the sound of running water, or seen in nature with the budding of the new blooms. For mermaids, Spring brings with it the sweet promise of returning to basking in glorious sunshine and enjoying the open waters once again with finned friends.
The waves of the pandemic over the past year have brought more hardships than this generation has ever seen. With the mass roll-outs of vaccinations and attempts to return to “normal”, many are experiencing intense anxiety about what comes next. Fish friends, I am here to share that there is good news and bad news. The bad news is there is no going back to the normal we once knew. The good news is that the state of being we considered normal wasn’t good enough for us anyway. While the future is uncertain and uncertainty can be far more frightening than known horrors, it’s important to remember that within that uncertainty there is something far more powerful… opportunity.