An Indigo Child’s Journey to Loving Herself

About the Book

The United States’ culture teaches us, from the time we are very young, that we can find love outside of ourselves—true, unconditional love—and feel fulfilled within ourselves; you can hear it in songs, watch this theory in movies, and even experience it by watching couples. The truth is that this type of external love is not sustainable or fulfilling for anyone—especially sensitive individuals or Indigo Children. By being present with one’s self and who we truly are, we can learn to love ourselves internally first—and realize that we do not need anyone to do this for us. It can be a challenging message to understand in this externalized culture. I walk you through this process, and my own personal journey, with my personal story and paintings. In the conclusion of this book, I also offer guidance, hope, and encouragement for any who have walked a challenging path or a path in hunger for more growth.

About the Author

I graduated from Indiana University in the summer of 2010 earning a degree in outdoor recreation and resource management. Throughout my time as a growing adult, I worked at several different camps as a camp counselor. I also led outdoor adventure-based trips through the club at my school. I “came out” as a lesbian by the time I turned eighteen years old; however, I did not enter my first relationship until I was twenty-two years old. During my free time, I enjoy weight lifting, running, walking in the rain, whitewater kayaking, writing poetry, painting, deep conversations, and playing with children. Currently, I live outside of Indianapolis, Indiana, and serve as a mentor to youth who have not been given all the opportunities they deserve in life.