
Resmaa Menakem — ‘Notice the Rage; Notice the Silence’
On Being with Krista Tippett
Self-Soothe to Grow: The Path of Maturity
Elders provide comfort and healing because they embody wisdom and integration, a state not automatically achieved with age. True maturity involves learning to self-soothe rather than relying on others for comfort. This journey of healing and growth is crucial for all adults, reflecting a fundamental human experience that is often overlooked in cultural practices, especially those shaped by concepts like whiteness.
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