What’s that?
You’re looking for a fresh anthem?
And all the songs that used to sway your body you stopped listening to years ago when you became more highly-attuned, since lyrics about alcohol and partying drain your life force; and while you’ve found incredible songs, albums, and artists to nurture your soul, your body still craves a strong anthem whose lyrics have some resonance of truth?
You’re welcome.
My therapist introduced me to Lyla June this weekend, through her article on reclaiming our Indigenous European roots. She’s a Diné woman who is speaking for the Earth.
I got pulled in deeply when I heard her sing and speak, and want to share her voice here.
Hear her sing:
Hear her speak:
I will be listening to much more of Lyla (she has a podcast!) in days to come, but felt moved to share her voice and messages here—even before I dive deep into her work.
The other week I went back through the book and copied down such passages in my notebook. Here’s what I have now for personal reference:
