Embodiment means we no longer say, I had this experience; we say, I am this experience

Embodiment means we no longer say, I had this experience; we say, I am this experience

Sue Monk Kidd is a renowned author known for her powerful storytelling and deep exploration of themes such as feminism, spirituality, and the human experience. In her work, she often delves into the concept of embodiment, which is the idea that our experiences are not just something that happens to us, but rather become a part of who we are.

When we say, "I had this experience," we are distancing ourselves from the event, treating it as something separate from our identity. However, when we say, "I am this experience," we are acknowledging that the experience has become a part of us, shaping our thoughts, emotions, and actions in profound ways.