Gentle Reminders from Above
Sometimes, we need gentle reminders that there's light shining on us and our life journeys. Especially right now, with so much havoc and uncertainty arising in the world. When we're feeling weary, or down, it's helpful to notice what's going on above our heads.
The day I took this picture I was biking through a busy street in Brussels, Belgium, heading home after a strenuous yoga class. As I pedaled uphill, sweating and ready to drop, I glanced at the sky, with its turbulent, dark clouds, and saw rays of sunlight poking through. The scene lifted my mood-and my soul.
A peaceful feeling washed over me. I wanted to capture the moment forever.
As I write these words, I know how cliché this seems. In addition to being a spiritual director, 1 am an author and creative writing coach, so I normally avoid clichés. But how else to describe the beauty of what I saw?
I snapped this photo to remind myself—and my fellow humans—that there's a silver lining in nearly all situations. Even on challenging days.
What are your strategies to help you overcome difficult situations? Do you ever search the sky for answers? Can you see the heavens lurking above the clouds? I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Also, if you love to write and are seeking a gentle, compassionate writing community, and if you'd like to awaken your creative flow through intuitive expression, consider joining my next online Mindfulness-Based Creative Writing Workshop: Prompt Your Passion.
For this 2-hour online workshop, participants will focus on the collective inspiration derived from a series of fun and original writing prompts, using poetry and photos. Just bring a pen and notebook... And come as you are!
Date: Friday, June 26th, 2026, from 10:00-noon (PT) / 1:00-3:00pm (EDT) / 19:00-21:00pm (CET).
Register soon to secure your spot: https://writeyourstorynow.org/classes-workshops/2026-06-26-prompt-your-passion-with-anne-randerson-phd/
Also, feel free to contact me directly via the website form with any questions about the workshop.