Christine Moran - Dear Precious Being

24/09/2025

I'm excited to meet an amazing group of women soon. Please let me know if you are interested in a group of older women or women of all ages.
Contact: Christine@dearpreciousbeing.com for more details.

23/09/2025

Starting soon, Women's Personal Development Circle, in person, near Athlone. 4 workshops over 6 weeks exploring together -
Self-worth, Self-esteem, Self-acceptance, Self-love, and Self-care.

21/09/2025

I'm excited to be tutoring at ICPPD again next month on Certificate in Psychosynthesis for Professionals. Why not join me in a reflective experiential experience! www.icppd.com for details.

06/07/2025

Enjoy today, enjoy your messy life, it won't come again. It's all happening perfectly...

05/07/2025

Dear Precious Being,
Again I'm not sure about sharing my journal entries and reflections on this page. I don't see myself publishing another book and so this is my current way of sharing bits of self expression that might resonate or support one person in some small way. Am I being arrogant? Attention seeking? Lonely? Possibly, probably, all of this and more. Anyway, here's my offering today.
" There's nothing like being ill to bring you into the present moment, where I find myself re-evaluating priorities, making plans and promises to myself etc.
It's a time when many thoughts, feelings, and body sensations are sharper, more acute, even have an urgency that is usually missed in daily life.
Yesterday I was thinking a lot about end of life and death and at 70 I accept that moment is getting closer all the time.
I have noticed this summer, maybe it's because I have more time to sit and breathe and to observe, that the birds are singing so sweetly, the flowers are strikingly colourful, the trees are magnificent, the clouds amazing, the floral perfume in the garden is breath taking, and it has crossed my mind that I live in Paradise. The beauty around me in our garden is profound at this time. I will miss nature at the end. Of course I am with the season of summer, the other seasons have their personalities too.
I will miss this earth, this place I call home, I have glimpsed and felt the ache of loss in my heart and have cried in anticipation for it.
These past few days I've been reflecting on forgiveness and what it might mean. Suffice to say I am still reflecting on it.
This exercise of letting go the past, and what no longer serves me, has more to do with supporting my recovery than focusing on my death!
I understand that forgiveness is for my well-being and has little to do with others. Forgiving myself is a gift of healing for me. Forgiving myself for times I did or did not choose a path that supported my growth as a person, acknowledging poor decisions, hearing the 'darkness' as she whispers" bad mother, wife, sister, friend" and "you were weak for leaving, or, for staying" and "you always fall into old patterns of self-sabotage etc".
For some reason these self-attacks come crawling out of the darkness at night and at times of vulnerability. Maybe that is their gift...because usually for me, the Buddhist/Chinese Goddess of Compassion and Mercy Kuan Yin or some gentle Presence also finds its way into the picture to balance the scales. This kind Presence brings understanding and softness to the times of life's failures and mistakes made, and right action not taken. She reminds me of my humaness.

I always think that the power of journaling and creative self expression is a form of confession which allows me to love myself again.
I am reminded that this is the purpose of the Sacrament of Penance in the Christian religion. I confess my wrongdoings and am released from carrying them further. I am asked to repent, to regret and have remorse for hurt caused to other or/and self. I am asked to go forward in light and love and not sin again.
In this sacrament and its process of forgiveness and reconciliation, I am asked to let go resentful and negative feelings towards others who have wronged or hurt me. I don't need to to forget the actions, or restore friendly relations with them. I am asked to be willing to let go, so I can have personal healing, reduced anger and a sense of peace.
This letting go of stored hurt and anger allows a space for grace and a re-connection with the Sourse or Divine energy (if this is your belief), and with self (and other if that is your deepest wish).
For me it allows me fall back home into the arms of Love.
And so here I am back full circle in my exploration and reflection today. I can see clearly how I would like some form of 'last rites' when the time comes for me to leave this beautiful world. My soul needs it - my wrongdoings acknowledged, my remorse heard, my humanity witnessed, so I can rest in peace. This way I don't carry unnecessary baggage on an energetic level into the next realm.
This post may seem morbid, but the word I am experiencing in this moment is - clean.

May you have good health and peace today!

02/07/2025

Dear Precious Beings,
I don't usually share material because each of us learns and interprets things differently...but today I am sharing this link because, it's probably the clearest explanation and offers support tools in a way that I can understand ANXIETY...and I hope it helps you too.

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ THE BOOK!"The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About" by Mel Rob...

30/06/2025

Dear Precious Beings,
It's been a while since I've connected on this page. I usually connect daily on my Woman of Clay page on Facebook and Instagram instead.
I considered whether to share the following personal journal bit or not. I decided to do so as a therapeutic reflection on vulnerability and resilience, and how support can hold us in those 'dark night of the soul' moments that we all go through at times.

"In hospital and in recovery from surgery this week and all went well. All is well!
Friday was particularly challenging, a day of turmoil on all levels of my being, where it felt like my system was at war as an inactive bowel for past 9 months resisted coming back to work.
I struggled with frustration, desperation, trying to control by pulling and pushing and then surrendering, letting go, to patience, compassion, not knowing and to other wisdom.
Fear and darkness sat at end of my bed, threatening to overwhelm my reason and send me into nausea, anxiety, panic and collapse.
The comfort of gentle contact, and hand on my back restored me to sanity. Being supported by a loving other, my vulnerability allowed and witnessed gave me something.
What was this 'something' I ask myself in this moment? I think being given the space to be, being accepted, allowed cry my tears of frustration and despair and have my fear acknowledged, made all the difference. A gentle hug and comforting kiss on the top of my head was what I needed to fully find my adult Self again.
Thankfully over the next few hours my body, mind, emotions and spirit settled and I had a sense of relief and acceptance of vulnerability and resilience, darkness and light, being alone and being connected, independence and dependence, not forgetting the places in between.
Next morning I felt more like myself again, and I was deeply grateful for the people that love me despite my human impulses, imperfections and vageries.
I was immensely appreciative of the angels that were caring for me on this ward.
In my experience I met magnificent people of all nationalities fully committed to the patients in their care. Thank you to all."

If you are struggling in this moment, know that you will come through, hang in there, ask for help, call a family member or friend to come and be with you if you need them. Breathe!

02/04/2025

01/04/2025

Looking forward to presenting at PCI Conference on Saturday and joining this interesing panel of speakers and experts. My topic is - The role of the therapist in holistic practice – bringing together all 4 elements, mind, body, heart and spirit. I am excited!

31/03/2025

Christine Moran - Dear Precious Being recently published book, 'Woman of Clay,' explores the meaning of life through several interconnected themes and motifs, as demonstrated throughout the provided excerpts.

Nature as a Mirror to the Soul: The collection consistently utilises vivid nature imagery, reflecting Moran's deep connection with the natural world. This imagery goes beyond mere description and acts as a mirror to the speaker's internal state and a source of wisdom and insight. Poems such as "Ancient Stone," "Transition," and "Happy Places" show the speaker finding solace, grounding, and a sense of belonging in nature. The cyclical transformations in the natural world, such as the changing seasons or the stillness of ancient stones, become metaphors for the speaker's journey of self-discovery, growth, and acceptance of life's impermanence. By immersing herself in nature, the speaker attempts to understand the larger cycles of existence and find her place within them.

Confronting the Self and the Past: The poetry collection also explores the meaning of life through introspection and the process of confronting one's past. Poems like "Facing Self" show a raw and honest examination of past mistakes, acknowledging the pain caused by the speaker's actions. This confrontation is a necessary step towards self-forgiveness and acceptance, leading towards healing and growth. "Why did she stay?" and "The Back Door of My Father's House" also delve into the past, suggesting that understanding our personal histories, with their complexities and difficult choices, is crucial for making sense of the present and moving forward.

Relationships as a Tapestry of Life: Moran's work doesn't shy away from exploring the complexities of human relationships and their impact on our understanding of life's meaning. Poems like "Loneliness in Lockdown" and "Loved by the Moon" express a yearning for connection, highlighting the fundamental human need for intimacy and belonging. "Here and Not Present" and "Empty Chairs and Tables" offer a more sombre reflection on the challenges and disappointments within relationships, touching upon themes of loss, absence, and the fragility of human connection. The poem "Family Blessing" expresses the deep love and connection the speaker feels towards their family, recognising them as a source of purpose and meaning in life.

Finding Meaning in the Everyday: Throughout the collection, there's a sense that the meaning of life isn't found in grand gestures or extraordinary events but rather in the everyday moments and experiences that shape us. The speaker finds meaning in observing nature, reflecting on personal experiences, and connecting with loved ones. This suggests that meaning is often found in the simple act of being present and engaged with the world around us, appreciating the beauty and complexity of life as it unfolds.

A Journey of Spiritual Seeking: While not overtly religious, Woman of Clay hints at a spiritual dimension and a search for something that transcends the material world. The collection doesn’t offer definitive answers about the meaning of life but instead suggests that it’s a continuous journey of exploration and discovery. Poems like "Imagine a Woman" and "The Stirrings of My Longings" point towards a yearning for a connection with a higher power or a deeper understanding of existence. “A Dream - I Wonder What It Means” uses symbolic imagery to represent this internal search for meaning and purpose.

In essence, Christine Moran's work explores the meaning of life not as a singular concept but as an intricate tapestry woven from our experiences with nature, relationships, self-reflection, and spiritual seeking. The collection invites readers to contemplate life's complexities and contradictions, urging them to find their own individual paths towards meaning and understanding.

-Harry Hickey, March 2025.

24/03/2025

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