by Nate Long | Sep 3, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
The Labyrinth We Build : There is a primal emotion When we are up close and in the earth, Measuring by the quarter inch, Placing and fitting the stones With hands stiff and dirty Sweat dripping, And getting dizzy As we lift and fit another And another and another Then...
by Nate Long | Aug 22, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
Seed and Tree: The size of the seed does not determine the size of the tree. Always assume that what grows will be exponentially bigger than what you imagine at the time of planting. Embrace the importance of the potential these seeds can bring. Know that the smallest...
by Nate Long | Aug 15, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
Something Wild : Within my own woods, in my own time bubble. Sitting just as another observer, another animal. Waiting for nothing or waiting for wisdom. Seeing with the eyes of something wild, yet, somehow more tuned-in and at peace. This is my journey, — Nate...
by Nate Long | Aug 7, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
Wood Thrush : Wood Thrush There’s a place in the woods Where Wood Thrush provides the melody To the deep, resonant and rumbling mantras Of an ancient Burr Oak. Here, upon the branches of this wise one You are encouraged to hang your prayersIn groups of seven...
by Nate Long | Aug 2, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
Blaming Triggers : — a message from the Divine Feminine We all must start digging deeper into where our true healing needs to begin. There is too much blame for our illnesses being placed upon the things that remind us of a trauma and not on the original trauma,...
by Nate Long | Jul 27, 2019 | Illustration, Journey Work
The Devil You Know : Sometimes the hardest, yet most rewarding transitionIs to say “good-bye” to the Devil you know.Stop believing that the story you are livingIs as good as it will get.You create your own stories (and Devils)Don’t be afraid to...
