RE: SteemitPhotoChallenge Entry: Children's Garden Nest
It's amazing how triggered people get when seeing something that makes them uncomfortable. People get all caught up in their preconceived, programmed veils through which they view the world and then the judgments start flying!! Most people could never even conceive of the idea of children being free, as they themselves have no idea what that even means. Humans are soooo far from an empowered and exuberant existence--it is incredbily common for them to react with disdain about things they do not understand.
This is a primo opportunity to rethink what we think. To question INSIDE those things that make us uncomfortable, and discover the root of where those feelings come from. Everyone's experience (of even the same circumstances) is vastly different, based on their past and the ideas they have come to adopt. Instead of judging, one could take a step back and consider there is something unknown that is perpetuating that place of discomfort.
These girls truly live in a different world, like nothing seen before. If/when you meet them, you will see how truly ALVE they are. They will not judge you for wearing clothes or for not wearing clothes, nor will they judge you or pity you for being caught up in ideas. They will just love you like they unconditionally love, and if you are open enough to receive it, your life will be changed forever. May you one day be blessed @taowithbow to experience such an awakening.
I love it that you made a comment here and were open enough to express your feelings. Through discussing these things, there is space for upgraded existence for us all. Thank you @taowithbow.
Thank you for big replay, I don't know all the good things from their lives- I just see the kids in the picture aren't from a wild tribe enstranged of techonogy, the kids aren't newborn babies- and wondering why do I see them without pants.
I do not have kids at all, and I must be insensitive to the message of your picture.
Thanks for the return comment @taowithbow. I appreciate your comment and observations. For us it is so normal to have them be how ever they want to be. They are most comfortable without clothes in much of their daily lives, but they also love dress up too and clothing design, and sharing their gowns and such with each other. They play in the sun, swim in the well-water pool, jump on the tramp--everything in full immersion of whatever is important to them. They have no ideas about being naked and never feel ashamed, embarrassed, or afraid, for to them that is the way they came in the world and are the most comfortable to be. They also know when it would be best to wear clothes and take responsibility for doing what they know is in their own best interests. Being naked just happens to be their suit of choice much of the time. From our point of view, it would be dishonorable to attempt to make them feel bad about being in their own skin, or try to coerce them to do things against their will. We are simply honoring their choices, holding space for them to live the most dynamic, self-empowered life possible.
I appreciate the opportunity to exchange with you !