...my awakening had shown me new truths about my religion, my life, and the lives of women. I had survived a landslide of awareness. But I didn't know if I could act on them. When you can't go forward and you can't go backward and you can't stay where you are without killing off what is deep and vital in yourself, you are on the edge of creation.
In her book "The Dance of the Dissident Daughter," Sue Monk Kidd reflects on her transformative awakening, which unveiled profound insights about her faith, life, and the experiences of women. This overwhelming realization left her at a crossroads, filled with new awareness yet uncertain about how to move forward. The tension of feeling trapped between old beliefs and the desire for deeper authenticity placed her in a pivotal moment of self-discovery.
Kidd describes this state as being on the "edge of creation," where any attempt to remain stagnant could jeopardize her true self. The struggle of not knowing how to act upon her newfound truths emphasizes the complexities many face when challenged by their beliefs and societal expectations. Ultimately, her journey illustrates the challenges and potential for growth when one confronts deep-rooted truths and seeks to embrace a more liberated identity.
