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  • čas přidán 14. 04. 2023
  • We often hear the phrase, "Relationships take work”. But I like this one better, "Good relationships require intention; they don't just happen."
    Having hard and uncomfortable conversations is part of this intention. It's often the things that are left unsaid that cause the most problems, the expectations that we didn't communicate, the times that we were actually hurt and said it was ‘fine’.
    And fear is often the main reason we don't engage in many of these conversations. But the reality is that the real end begins the moment we start avoiding and sweeping these hard conversations under the rug. We need to acknowledge the importance of these instead of hiding from them. We just have to be brave and willing to sit through the initial discomfort of bringing them to the table.
    Give yourself grace as you navigate the complexities of these dialogues. When we share and connect to each other in the painful places, we build bonds that nurture connection and love. And love has the power to heal.
    Filmed in Hermanus, South Africa.
    Featuring Jenny Jackson.
    This is the fourth story that we have filmed with Jenny. To watch the previous three films, see links below:
    All Cats Are Black - • You are BEAUTIFUL as Y...
    "Love, Mummy" - • Your FAMILY is COMPL...
    Now You Are Free - • BE FREE in AGEING
    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
    To be part of this journey : / greenrenaissance
    If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/greenrenaissance
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    / @reflectionsoflife
    In collaboration with iNous, we recently released a beautiful deck of 52 cards - each card containing a quote from one of our films, paired with the activating visual muses of Lanon Prigge. The aim of this deck is to rekindle child-like curiosity and creativity, helping to navigate the shared waters of our human experience with grace and joy. If you’d like to consider purchasing your copy, shop here - tgc.link/reflections
    Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
    Filming - by Michael Raimondo
    Editing - by Jackie Viviers and Justine du Toit
    Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    Soft Awakening - by Jon Gegelman
    Elio - by Lavandou
    North Sea - by Beneath the Mountain
    Tip of the Iceberg - by Beneath the Mountain
    Dreams of Glass - by Jon Gegelman
    All Things Fade - by Jameson Nathan Jones
    Karlstad - by Fjodor
    As the Grey Fades - by Marshall Usinger
    Sleeping Seeds - by We Dream of Eden
    A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
    Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
    Assamese - by Partha Protim Borah
    Chinese - by Shun-Ying Lu
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Dutch - by Karla Greven
    English - by Justine du Toit
    Filipino - by Ann Pauline Aspacio
    French - by Amélie Macoin
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Greek - by Angeliki Papadimitriou
    Hungarian - by Zorka Evetovics
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Grazia Gironella
    Japanese - by Kaoru Hasegawa
    Korean - by Chloe Park
    Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass
    Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
    Ukrainian - by Olha Yurchyk
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le
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  • @ReflectionsofLife
    @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +166

    This is the fourth story that we have filmed with Jenny. To watch the previous three films, see links below:
    All Cats Are Black - czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html
    "Love, Mummy" - czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html
    Now You Are Free - czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html

    • @nancyfielden270
      @nancyfielden270 Před rokem +12

      Absolutely love Jenny Jackson's stories and her art ❤

    • @angelagentry562
      @angelagentry562 Před rokem +10

      I Love Jenny

    • @selinaakhter3220
      @selinaakhter3220 Před rokem +4

      Love ❤️

    • @judithleavesley2352
      @judithleavesley2352 Před rokem +6

      So close to my heart. Thank you Jenny for saying what i havent ever said. Jenny you are such a strong woman. Sending love.
      .

    • @xw6475
      @xw6475 Před rokem +4

      I love you Jenny, you are beautiful inside and out. I really admire your strength

  • @sytchao6439
    @sytchao6439 Před rokem +47

    It becomes difficult to watch anything else once you start watching these interviews. They are a gift. Thank you both!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      You make us smile Sy! Thanks for opening your heart to these stories. And THANK YOU for opening your heart to us in YOUR story. You've shift the hearts and minds of many around the world. Hopefully we'll get the chance to connect again soon. Big hugs. Justine x

    • @margaturquoise803
      @margaturquoise803 Před 26 dny

      I absolutely agree.

  • @mariad3431
    @mariad3431 Před 3 měsíci +54

    Please have this magnificent LADY on as much as possible.... love her..wish I could have her as a friend next door. Thank you so very much for all you do 🙏❤️🙏❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci +2

      So happy you enjoyed her message so much. It's a pleasure to share these videos with you. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @Englishroserebecca
      @Englishroserebecca Před 3 měsíci +6

      She is so wonderful isn’t she? So insightful and authentic and honest. If only everyone’s childhood could be full of love and all emotional needs met it would make everything so much better and in turn we could all be better parents. ❤

  • @lindaparisi74
    @lindaparisi74 Před rokem +246

    Another “take my breath away” film. Jenny’s willingness to speak her truth is going to help heal so many people. Your partnership with her is bringing real transformation to the world. Bravo. A feast for the eyes & a balm for the soul. Thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +7

      Oh what kind and touching words, Linda. Thank you so much. We are glad that this was another meaningful video to you.
      Here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @swatigrasiv_12
    @swatigrasiv_12 Před rokem +155

    If there was a 2hr long movie about her life's story I would gladly watch it without a blink and repeatedly whenever I needed some comfort. I love her🌻💜

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +3

      Your comment says it all.... Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @Kathysart
      @Kathysart Před rokem +6

      Me too. Her story is a full on movie.

    • @susanalvarez3859
      @susanalvarez3859 Před rokem +4

      Such a Lovely place you have Ms Jenny… THANK YOU for “LOVE IS ALL…”

    • @gracebeckwith1256
      @gracebeckwith1256 Před měsícem +1

      I was thinking that too. The only thing that is a concern about these videos is that they are so short. I fall in love with the people and then they leave so quickly. But seriously, thank you very much for such beauty. 🥹🙏💕

  • @zapatafa
    @zapatafa Před rokem +303

    The moment I saw that round window in the thumbnail, I knew I had to watch this. I love this woman; I love the way she talks about things, how she tells her stories; I love the message. I cried as I watched because I am just so grateful that I get to hear her speak yet again. There's a line from *The Sheltering Sky* that goes as follows, "How many more times will you remember a certain afternoon of your childhood, some afternoon that's so deeply a part of your being that you can't even conceive of your life without it? Perhaps four or five times more. Perhaps not even. How many more times will you watch the full moon rise? Perhaps twenty. And yet it all seems limitless." Well, I feel the poignancy of these words as I listen to Jenny. Thank you Jenny, thank you Green Renaissance, for the gift of our your words, a window into your soul, the sharing of life's lessons hard won.

    • @sandym6682
      @sandym6682 Před rokem +11

      Thank you for putting the words to my thoughts!!! She is an amazing lady!

    • @lindaellis9349
      @lindaellis9349 Před rokem +8

      Thank you for saying my feelings...so glad Jenny spoke to us again...just love you Jenny 💞

    • @baharam98
      @baharam98 Před rokem +8

      Thank you for saying exactly what I wanted to say! What a beautiful woman she is...Jenny. Much love...

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +6

      Wow, what a touching message... Thank you also for sharing the words from 'The Sheltering Sky' - it's beautiful. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @HeleneVanManen
      @HeleneVanManen Před rokem +2

      o my thank you for that quote. I'm going to find it now and I don't know that book. my heart.

  • @gretchenhowspiritworks
    @gretchenhowspiritworks Před rokem +362

    Mom died 29 years ago this month. My experience is similar to your daughter- Since then, I've worked diligently on forgiveness, and I know she never meant to harm me, she was not conscious of the emotional life sentence she was passing into me which I've had to navigate. Your courage is a gift. thank you Jenny from all the daughters.

    • @heartdawg
      @heartdawg Před rokem +7

      Same❤😢

    • @lucycolgan3362
      @lucycolgan3362 Před rokem +2

    • @deedee9312
      @deedee9312 Před rokem +5

      well said! bless you! and your lovely future!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +13

      Wow, so deep and touching, thank you Gretchen. All the best for yuor life's journey. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @slong1502
      @slong1502 Před rokem +5

      Thank you, for your story. I can relate to it. Thanks again

  • @newearth2920
    @newearth2920 Před rokem +128

    This is what courage really looks like.

  • @bonniewinfield3148
    @bonniewinfield3148 Před rokem +43

    Hello again Jenny. I was born to a woman who was raped by a priest when she was a little girl,and my father was orphaned when he was 2 and suffered depression from WW2. I have been depressed for 75 years, and until this video, it has never occurred to me to blame them for decades of depression. I am an empathic and loving person, intelligent, and love the insights which well up in solitude. So I cannot resonate with such terms as “life sentence. I am an accomplished writer who uses her love of solitude and her intelligence to good use. My depression is indigenous to me, a part of me, and I don’t see that it has damaged my life, because solitude, writing, and compassion toward all are truly my gifts to the world.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +3

      Thank you for sharing your story Bonnie. A lot to ponder on. All the best for life's journey further. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @jmk1962
      @jmk1962 Před 3 měsíci +5

      None of what happened was your fault. Your mother suffered the trauma of what happened to her by a man who she should have been able to trust. It can't have been easy for her and that fear/shame/anguish would have passed through to you as a developing fetus. Look on the positives, she didn't get rid of you, she carried you for 9 months and gave birth and gave you life, that is love, even if she wasn't able to show it because of her own trauma.
      I'm adopted so I get it. I understand that times were very different back in the early 60's in Ireland and it was so shameful if you got pregnant and weren't married. Women had no choice but to give their babies up or risk a life of shame. I never felt any anger towards my birth mother. I was lucky. I was adopted aged 3 weeks and had wonderful parents and a great childhood, but despite that there is always a lingering feeling of not being quite good enough, especially as now, at the age of 61, I have connected with my birthmother who is delighted I am alive and well but is still not willing to tell my 6 half siblings that I exist for fear they will judge her. That is hard and makes me feel like something she is ashamed of.

    • @natural3362
      @natural3362 Před 2 měsíci

      Actually it's her fault that she gave birth to you and abandoned you. Women should be able to give birth and give love at the same time. It's irresponsible of her to give birth to you and leave you alone. But i understand. It's not her fault. She is ashamed of being pregnant young.

    • @kchaddah2595
      @kchaddah2595 Před 2 měsíci

      What a remarkable attitude you have towards your experience. I applaud you. You are teaching me something powerful. Self-love of the deepest kind and acceptance of all of our emotions rather than denigrating them, however painful.

    • @jewels3895
      @jewels3895 Před měsícem

      That's why generational ancestral release and forgiveness is important.
      Break the curse. 🙏🫶
      Also it takes a village to raise a child ❤

  • @isabellkoller8339
    @isabellkoller8339 Před rokem +20

    We are so separated from our deepest instincts without knowing that we are. It is a problem of trauma in society, it's not our guilt or our fault as women. Most of us are traumatized daughters of traumatized mothers and now is the time to heal.
    Thank you very much for sharing your knowing.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts Isabell, glad her words resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @ritahemmerly4224
    @ritahemmerly4224 Před rokem +47

    This hit close to home! Told I was the whoops baby, I made her sick for the whole 9mths. The last 3 yrs trying to figure my life out. Generational trauma, emotional immaturity, toxic behavior patterns. Early childhood development and how it effects us. Mom is 94 and still won't discuss anything, won't believe when I say anything. You can't help people who won't help themselves, so for now I help myself, do my own healing, the other siblings won't see the reality and thats their path. Never thought when I retired I would start my life again. Maybe like Jenny I can be the wayshower for others. Thanks for sharing your story Jenny!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad this video was valuable to you, Rita. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. We wish you all the best for your journey through life that lies ahead, find healing, answers and inspiration. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @wiltrvl4evr
      @wiltrvl4evr Před 4 měsíci +1

      Thax for sharing urs Rita

    • @KJ-lb4tj
      @KJ-lb4tj Před 2 měsíci

      'you can't help people who won't help themselves'. Is your mother looking for help? It seems like your mother did what she did probably in the best way she could with what she had and made many mistakes as you will too with your children. Your only option IS to heal yourself. Now that you are an adult, you are responsible for yourself. Your mum is responsible for herself. If she does or doesn't want to talk about your childhood, that's her choice. Once you realise what you are in control of and what is your responsibility and what is others responsibility then you will be so much more grounded in your own identity.

    • @lindasharp8523
      @lindasharp8523 Před 2 měsíci

      I was an accident. Mum didn't want another child at 37 and she certainly didn't want a girl.

  • @gerriwalsh9846
    @gerriwalsh9846 Před rokem +77

    Having postpartum depression was the scariest experience of my life - I thought I would never recover, but I did. Like Jenny, I did not know what was happening to me (even though it was 1995).

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +2

      So glad you over came it, Gerri. All the best further. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @brendabrenda6843
      @brendabrenda6843 Před rokem +1

      Same in 1994

    • @Psychiccrow1
      @Psychiccrow1 Před 9 měsíci

      May I ask how long did it take for you to recover ? You should be so proud of yourself because you wouldn’t be who you are TODAY! 🙏💖

    • @ninajhun228
      @ninajhun228 Před 3 měsíci

      Now, in my 50's realized that I experience postpartum depression while given birth as a teenager. This testimony from Jenny is a wide awaking.

  • @darkangelkate3950
    @darkangelkate3950 Před rokem +129

    Thank you Jenny for your brave testimony. I, too, have many regrets about my raising of my daughter. It helped me too and my daughter when we talked about it and I told her how deeply sorry I am. She and I are very close and she is my best friend. You never cease to amaze me in your videos. You keep growing and becoming. Hugs from a friend in Canada 🇨🇦

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +10

      What touching words, thank you. Glad her words resonated with you. So wonderful to read that you had a chance to speak to your daughter as well. We send you many warm hugs to Canada, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @maitrilibellule
    @maitrilibellule Před rokem +10

    I am a nearly 69 year old disabled woman, artist, writer, and I live on a small fixed income so it isn't within my means to pay for extras but today, because of this video, I joined. And it is because of Jenny. I have watched ALL 3 of her previous videos over and over and shared them and your work everywhere, but when I saw there was another one I nearly cried from joy. I simply adore her, and so appreciate all that you do. God bless you all and if you can, tell her a woman in North Carolina, USA positively adores her. I know I will never have the privilege to meet or speak to her so these videos are more than precious. Thank you so much. 💗

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      We are very touched by your words. So wonderful that Jenny's videos give you so much, mean so much to you. Thank you for sharing our videos and your support, we really appreciate it.
      Jenny reads the comments so will see your kind words. And you are welcome to send us an email to hello@greenrenaissance.co.za We will put you in direct contact with Jenny. Sending you warm hugs to North Carolina, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @maitrilibellule
      @maitrilibellule Před rokem

      @@ReflectionsofLife Oh thank you so much, I think you are doing the most important work on CZcams and I adore Jenny. I wish I could join your Patreon but I am a disabled senior citizen living on social security and it's not financially possible for me but I wanted to support you in some way. I'm a writer and an artist and love Jenny's art too. I think she is amazing and so are you all. I would love to email someday. Bless you all and thank you so much! 🥰

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you so much for these precious words of support. Messages of kindness, like these that you share with us, mean so much more to us than any financial contribution ever could. You inspire us to keep creating x

  • @lindadev7167
    @lindadev7167 Před rokem +103

    I had to forgive the young mom that I was. She did the best she could but my heart wishes it was different. Giving myself compassion expanded my ability to give it to others. I am grateful. Thank you Jenny for another excellent life lesson.

    • @Almosthomeforever
      @Almosthomeforever Před rokem +7

      That was the hardest part.. forgiving yourself..not sure if I totally have. The shame that follows you so long. I’m 60 and my relationship with my son is strained, I know it’s from what happened back then.
      Thank you Jenny for talking from your heart to us.. thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +2

      Glad Jenny's words resonated with you, Linda. Wishing you peace in your heart. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +4

      @lindadev7167 We have now four videos with Jenny on our channel, here are all the links: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @cgs537
      @cgs537 Před rokem +2

      @@ReflectionsofLife Also, "Fear Is Our Friend"

  • @cathylacey7274
    @cathylacey7274 Před rokem +19

    When Jenny changed out the portrait on the wall it was like a light switch, she put the past down and replaced with brightness. The colors in the painting and her tennis shoes were similar. I love her red refrigerator. Jenny you are awesome.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Lovely and interesting comment, thank you Cathy.
      Here are the links for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @lindawentink2725
    @lindawentink2725 Před rokem +23

    How fragile we are . But there is such beauty in fragility

  • @angelagentry562
    @angelagentry562 Před rokem +43

    This happened to me and my son as well. I was a teenage mother with no help and so so unhappy, I cried through the whole pregnancy. I had to forgive myself as well. My son still struggles even though we are close and he understands my explanations but it doesn’t take his experience with how we deals with it away. I love this woman so much. She brings her raw un apologetic self with openness and I so appreciate her each time she’s been on here. Much love 💕 and peace

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your experiences Angela. Glad Jenny's stories resonate with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @ninajhun228
      @ninajhun228 Před 3 měsíci

      me too. we're not alone.

  • @edmundpotrzeba6094
    @edmundpotrzeba6094 Před 4 měsíci +7

    Made me cry .my wife went through virtually the same experience 50 years ago and to my shame I never understood , as the husband I feel the same guilt at not being there for her . She was the most loving person I had ever met so it was difficult to understand her behaviour , she died 15 years ago and I still feel sorry and sad for her and my son and for my own lack of parenting skills.❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 4 měsíci +3

      This is so touching and deep, thank you for being so open and sharing your experiences. Sorry to read about your wife's passing. We hope you are doing ok. Sending you much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @heathermcnally2576
    @heathermcnally2576 Před rokem +92

    Good Morning Jenny. You have changed my life with this video. My mother was so unhappy in her life with my father and her choices in life and for over 50 years I did not understand her resentment/anger towards me. You made it so clear and explained it so eloquently. I thank you with all my heart. Your emotional intelligence and open mindedness to learn and grow as a woman is the highest since Maya Angelou. I feel I now have 2 woman that I strive to be like. Thank you Heather from Canada

    • @belindachambers7585
      @belindachambers7585 Před rokem +8

      This sounds so exactly like my experience- so many others we may never know. Apparently I cried for most of my first 6 months and photos of me as a young child always seem so solemn and sad and otherworldly- though I was quite beautiful then. My mother lost her father to suicide at a very young age and hid under her bed for weeks , never fully recovering from the loss of her beloved father. Her first marriage to my father was prompted by a teenage pregnancy with me. She had so much promise as a brilliant scholar but was removed from UK to escape to the sunshine of Africa and a new life after the war her mother took the three girls to a new life for which my mother never forgave my grandmother- who I adored. My mother and father were in love but incompatible and not ready for marriage- no wonder the turmoil and heartache ensued. But that it should last a lifetime is a choice. We can all make a choice.
      My mother died sad and bitter never forgave my father, her mother and me. Until I was almost 60 I tried to compensate and make it better. Then I woke up to the damage and impact on myself and realised I had wasted my own life feeling unworthy, unlovable and ashamed for nothing. It wasn't about me. I sadly stood up to my poor broken mum for my own survival and distanced myself. She bolted the doors and threw away the keys and I did too. It was awful. It was sad. It wasn't the way I hoped it would end but that is how it was.
      I accepted it. I always loved my mother and always will but in the end I protected myself and showed compassion to me too. 🌻🦋🐕🌈♥️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Wow, your words are very touching and deep, Heather. Thank you for writing to us. Sending you warm hugs to Canada, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @jocampbell6962
      @jocampbell6962 Před rokem +4

      ​@@belindachambers7585 From my heart I Thank you for sharing your story, you literally described my story, right up to distancing myself from my Mother to preserve my wellbeing, its not how I want it to be but I was totally exhausted mentally, physically, emotionally trying to make things right, perfect, validated. Watching Jenny's video was/is amazing, I adore her honesty, accountability and her love for showing love❤

    • @belindachambers7585
      @belindachambers7585 Před rokem +2

      @@jocampbell6962 - we can all find peace and compassion and gift it to ourselves so that we can extend it to others. I understand your exhaustion and the muddle it becomes. Impossible to fully comprehend such complexities and even our own part eludes us at times. I wish you love and joy for the rest of your precious life. XXX

    • @jocampbell6962
      @jocampbell6962 Před rokem +1

      @@belindachambers7585 And the very same to you Belinda. Thank you for your kind words in reply 😊

  • @penelopesharp2432
    @penelopesharp2432 Před rokem +46

    I cannot tell you how happy I was to see another video by this extraordinarily honest and inspiring lady. Jenny is so authentic and raw.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      We are so glad you enjoyed the video, Penelope. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @brightpurpleviking
    @brightpurpleviking Před rokem +105

    Dear God what an absolutely beautiful person she is. I’m thankful she shared her story again. She’s my favorite, and I always have a small part of my spirit healed when she shares. I wish the females in my life would be like her, even in light of normal and expected human flaws. We all have them…but it takes an exceptional person to realize it, to admit it to others, and to pursue healing from it. Well done! I pray I have the blessing of meeting her someday in heaven.

    • @heartdawg
      @heartdawg Před rokem +3

      Yesss!❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +2

      Oh my, how touching. Thank you for this comment. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @LCLW63
    @LCLW63 Před rokem +31

    Wow. Thank you dear Jenny for truly opening your heart. You truly just helped me connect another "dot" in my own life. I had a VERY turbulent childhood & teenage upbringing. My wonderful mom made life choices that weren't always in her or my best interest. Subsequently she in my mid-teens became an alcoholic (people didn't go to therapy in her day so you self medicated........sigh) and I in more ways than one became her care giver emotionally & physically. After she died I had SUCH guilt because I finally saw her as a PERSON & not my MOM and realized how much hurt & trauma she was dealing with. While I loved her dearly I was very angry and resentful that she had created so much "drama" in my life while alive and well I wasn't always "nice" to her. Took a lot of therapy for me to let go of my guilt & shame towards my behavior towards her after she passed. However you just said something that explains some of my "own" issues that even in therapy didn't really ever come up and that was how your unhappiness while you were pregnant was "taken" on by your daughter. Like yourself I'm pretty aware and um yeah lots of therapy and yet this has NEVER been brought up. Explains so much and truly I feel like something just clicked and let go. I am so GRATEFUL that you are sharing such private intimate details of your life. I think as children no matter how old we are, we forget our parents are people too and at the end of the day they truly are just doing the best they can in the moment & if they could do better they would. Not excusing or justifying bad behavior, but sharing something I've learned in my own journey towards healing my relationship w/my mom ( even though she has passed) and myself. Hugs Jenny to you and your daughter💝

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Beautiful, deep and touching words, thank you for sharing. Glad something juts 'clicked'. All the best for your further walk through life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @chrismullin8304
      @chrismullin8304 Před měsícem +1

      Thank you for sharing your story! I think becoming aware of these things is helping to break the cycles.

  • @belindachambers7585
    @belindachambers7585 Před rokem +30

    I would love to give my own mother a big hug and say how much better I understand and that I accept and love her anyway- but she died in 2020. Thank you for your raw revelation of the pain inherent in certain mother daughter relationships. There are many faces to love- not all are pretty but Love is All there is.❤

    • @cathylacey7274
      @cathylacey7274 Před rokem +4

      Belinda, I too would love to hug my mom one more time, and let her know I did love her.

    • @belindachambers7585
      @belindachambers7585 Před rokem +2

      @@cathylacey7274 I'm sure they know now and we will meet again and find the sense in it all- only love matters 🕊🌈

    • @leahbresee433
      @leahbresee433 Před rokem +1

      Tell her now. Your soul can connect with her soul.

    • @belindachambers7585
      @belindachambers7585 Před rokem +1

      @@leahbresee433 thank you Leah - yes indeed I do talk to my mum often- she sends me messages too. On another level I know we are powerful beings of light and great comrades- though she said "I doubt it" when I expressed this to her in the year before she died. I know we have been great teachers to each other. Many of the things I hold most dear I attribute to my mother

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Very touching words, Belinda.... We are glad Jenny's message was so valuable. May it give you peace and healing. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @GrandmaEllen
    @GrandmaEllen Před rokem +13

    My heart became eager when I saw Jenny talking again. Hundreds of thousands of women, I'm sure, can relate to many aspects of this story. I have come to understand the concept of "generational trauma," something which applies in my own story----it is a factor in the segment where she talks about passing on the pain, the unhappiness. I tried to counter things by educating myself ahead of time, and hopefully what I DID do better, or closer to the ideal, had some positive, mitigating effect. I remember after my daughter took sobriety seriously and had been working for awhile with a sponsor. She phoned to talk.."Mom, I realize I've never been happy. I've been unhappy all my life." And I was able to say to her, "Of course, you're unhappy. You were born into unhappiness. I was unhappy while pregnant and nursing you...., " etc. IT was a freeing, turning moment in our "difficult" relationship, my being able to validate her experience. I also told her, "You don't need to let what your parents did give you an unhappy life. You can choose to do the work of self-healing and becoming happy. You don't have to be controlled by what your parents did or did not do." Of course, though, she is. I watch her dance out the same marital unhappiness I was living.... So, I don't know. Gabor Mate has done a lot of work around this issue of passing along generational pain and trauma. It is not a blame thing. It seems to me to be the human condition, and our work is to become as self-aware as possible to heal the wounds and share what we learn But life is short. We tend to become parents (I include the men in this---they are an important part of it all) long before we even become aware that we aren't aware. LOL! Anyway, maybe these comments will be shared with Jenny, so that she can see the good she is doing for us. Thank you again, GR, for a film filled with heart, truth, and nascent cultural wisdom. Grandma Ellen, signing out.💜💜💜💜💜

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +2

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts with all of us, Grandma Ellen. Interesting to read. We are glad this was another video which resonated with you.
      Here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @SuperLammens
      @SuperLammens Před rokem +3

      Self compassion.we tend to be so hard and judgemental❤

    • @GrandmaEllen
      @GrandmaEllen Před rokem +1

      @@ReflectionsofLife , thank you so much.

  • @iamaktewari
    @iamaktewari Před rokem +14

    Jenny faces life, head-on. She didn't let the guilt fuel drive her away without standing up and facing her truth. It's so gracious and courageous of her to talk and share her emotions. From her deep love alone, she manages to share her truth with her daughter.
    Cheers to her creed. 🎉

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Such beautiful and sensitive words, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @spmoran4703
    @spmoran4703 Před rokem +37

    I love her honesty. A brave and wonderful woman.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      So glad it meant a lot to you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @melindaferreira9879
    @melindaferreira9879 Před rokem +12

    What a beautiful, precious lady. My mom suffered from PPD.. as a child not understanding.. I always felt unloved by her.. I bore the brunt of many of her outbursts as the oldest daughter of six... It took years to recover and as a mother myself.. I begin to understand the dynamics of parenting while dealing w various emotional issues with no support. I feel nothing but love, empathy, gratitude, compassion for my mom because I realized she persevered in spite of everything and raised us.. the best she could with what she knew and with virtually little to no resources or friends to help her navigate. I love my mom deeply and I am mourning as I care for her in her final stages of Alzheimer's and dementia.. I'm mourning the loss of conversations we never had, of lost time, of her nor being able to experience what a beautiful granddaughter she is blessed with.. but.. to have the understanding.. yes.. it is freeing isn't it...

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for sharing about your difficult times, Melinda. May this video carry you and help you to heal further. We wish you and your mom all the best and strength for the road ahead. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @catherinenguyen8060
    @catherinenguyen8060 Před rokem +23

    It’s always moved me to tears every time I watch her…even when she’s talking about how painful her life experience was she’s very sincere…I’m sending you much love Jenni

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      So glad you enjoy listening to her, Catherine. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @dmortelli1
    @dmortelli1 Před rokem +75

    Oh wow… I was so happy to see that you featured Jenny again, I think she is such a beautiful woman. Thank you so much for sharing this. As a husband and father of five children (three girls/women) I have a deep love and respect for women as they have such a unique and amazing gift, whether they have children or not. I’m so glad that we are talking, sharing and explaining things like postpartum depression these days as we also are more open about depression in general. Again, thank you so much for this moving video and thank you Jenny for sharing your life experiences as we all benefit from your wisdom. ☀️🌙⭐️🌎

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +4

      Beautiful comment, so glad her story resonated with you.
      Here are the links for all her videos : 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Not sure if you have watched them all. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @camillaholst7321
      @camillaholst7321 Před rokem +5

      Thank you, Daniel: I find it so wonderful with comments from men and fathers, too.
      For not only is it important that women can share their lifes and stories with oneanother, but also that we can be open across the sexes, and share all feelings, emotions and experiences with eachother,
      no matter if we are mothers, fathers, daughters or sons: we are humans.
      Your comments is so kind, filled with compassion and admiration.
      Thank you from Denmark.
      Love is all ❤

    • @inluddulin3394
      @inluddulin3394 Před rokem +1

      ​@@ReflectionsofLife cats are black

  • @markbeggs2256
    @markbeggs2256 Před rokem +28

    ....this was absolutely beautifully said....as a son, my mother said almost the same exact thing.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad her words resonated with you Mark, thank you for your kind words. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @dorothylanglois1500
    @dorothylanglois1500 Před 3 měsíci +6

    Jenny, as I was reading all the comments in your 4 videos the thought came to me that this woman is being told over and over again in many different ways how beautiful she is. You said in the first video I watched that you never felt beautiful and yet look at how beautiful the worlds sees you. Everything about you amazes me and your “style” is amazing and enviable. I must admit I went in to my bathroom and attempted to wrap a pretty scarf around my head but I ABSOLUTLEY can’t pull off the look 😂. Your art work is so vivid, descriptive and full of emotion. Yes Jenny, you are beautiful!! Thank you Reflections of Life for bringing us these wonderful productions and adding so much to my personal life.❤❤❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci

      Such a deeply moving moving message - which I have shared with Jenny directly - so do know that your words have reached her. Sending you love and hugs. Justine and Michael. x

  • @daisyfieldparrks9320
    @daisyfieldparrks9320 Před rokem +11

    We cannot hold ourselves responsible for what we didn't know. Yes, carrying around things, especially when you have no one to talk to is a heavy weight to carry; a lot gets released in our tears. I pray healing continues to come into her heart. Every generation grows in knowledge. Wonderful clip.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing these thoughts and kind and encouraging words. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @jensterooniam
    @jensterooniam Před rokem +57

    Thank you for having the courage to share your heart with all of us. These stories continue to connect all of us on so many levels. Seeing your smile hiding behind your glass, as you said, "love is all", melted my heart and put on a smile on my face too. Thank-you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for your appreciative words, Jennifer. We are glad we could share this video with you.
      Here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @zenaidamateos9376
    @zenaidamateos9376 Před rokem +17

    Thank you brave women for sharing that with us, millions of women, who lived similar experiences. Yes, it's heartbreaking!!!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      It's a pleasure, so glad her message resonated with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @sm3296
    @sm3296 Před rokem +2

    I can hardly see to write this for the tears erupting from me. I’m choked from the pain of what you describe. My mother was dying of cancer, my father had abandoned her and my little brother and sister, my husband was cruel and uncaring and wouldn’t help, when my second son was born. I was numb with it, my first son was not even two yet. I had to wash two babies worth of clothing and diapers by hand in the bathtub. I was so alone, so unaware of myself, of parenthood, I would stand and look at him in his crib and feel nothing. He became the sweetest most loving of my children but he also suffered deep pain. I left my husband when he was ten, he craved a man’s love and approval, he didn’t get that. In his teens he withdrew, started using drugs. He took his life six years ago in May. I am so full of grief and guilt, it has tormented me. I too didn’t know about Post Partum. As May approaches the anxiety, heartache, guilt intensify. Thank you for sharing your experience beautiful lady. I grieve with you but also am happy your daughter is here to hear your experience with her.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Wow, we are deeply touched and saddened by your words, by all the experiences you had. Life cannot be turned back for anyone but may Jenny's words carry, help and inspire you - especially now in the month of May. We hope you can find a bit more peace.
      Maybe this video can also help you - Through The Storm - (czcams.com/video/tB98ldnUcTE/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @lindasharp8523
      @lindasharp8523 Před 2 měsíci +1

      I felt this way with my 3rd son. He turned to drugs and committed suicide last year. He was 35. I'm trying to go on but it's really hard.

    • @sm3296
      @sm3296 Před 2 měsíci

      @@lindasharp8523 it is very hard to live with this. I feel so much guilt, I look back all the time to what I could have should have done different. I try to think of him without the pain but it’s very hard to do. I’m sorry you also experienced this loss and ongoing pain.

  • @dogmama4270
    @dogmama4270 Před rokem +40

    I just love her art work and stories. 🌻🙏💕

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      We are so glad, thank you for telling us.
      Here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @contempl8ive
    @contempl8ive Před rokem +22

    Aww, I am so grateful for this piece. We women take on so much of other’s pain and responsibility, and sharing stories like this helps me to feel more connected and less alone, less broken. I had a happy and very hopeful pregnancy, terrible nausea, a wickedly long labour, and a colicky baby for the first 5 months. I too felt guilty and like it was my fault. But now, I’m not sure it’s that simple. That doctor who said you were just not ready to be a mother, may have been right, I mean what mother truly is ready that first time, but I wouldn’t jump to conclude that this is the reason for not having an easy postpartum. Things are maybe not that simple, and not all about us.❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad this video meant a lot to you. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      @contempl8ive We have now four videos with Jenny on our channel, here are all the links: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @kaitlinmeadows6273
    @kaitlinmeadows6273 Před rokem +19

    Jenny’s spiritual and emotional intelligence and touching candor have added such a balm of healing to my own soul and story. Thank you from the depths of my spirit for these masterpieces!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Beautiful words, thank you so much, Kaitlin.
      Here are the links for all four videos with her: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @anthonydavies6021
    @anthonydavies6021 Před rokem +13

    Bless you Jenny. You should not feel guilty for something that you could not help. Feeling that you have let down your children in some way is one of the very hardest things to deal with as a parent: you always want the best for them but sometimes this is just not possible. Thank you for sharing this on Green Renaissance: I believe it is somewhere you can open your soul and know that you will not be judged (so rare in our media these days).

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Wow, beautiful and touching words Anthony, thank you. Your words about our channel mean a lot to us too.
      And here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @WohiHaq
    @WohiHaq Před rokem +13

    I’m literally listening to my own story in your voice and my heart cries. I hope I can find the same courage to talk to my daughter as you did. ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Oh my, may her words help and encourage you, may you be able to talk to your daughter. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @jmk1962
      @jmk1962 Před 3 měsíci

      Do. Your daughter needs to hear it from you before it's too late. Words are healing.

  • @nogginsvintageandretro9683

    Love this lady, so wise and elegant, it must have been so difficult for mothers in the past when post natal depression wasn’t recognised or dealt with, I know my mum had it for years

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for your caring and kind thoughts.
      Here are the links for the four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @flamingo5898
    @flamingo5898 Před rokem +16

    Jenny, I love you ❤ When I saw your beautiful face in the thumbnail I dropped everything to watch this video and to hear your heartfelt words of wisdom. Your daughter has been your teacher. She taught you introspection, forgiveness and unconditional love. What a gift your daughter is! Our lessons here in this earth school can be so difficult, but when when we see where we made a mistake or went wrong and then choose to rectify to the best of our abilities where we went wrong and then live our lives committed to go forth and never make those mistakes again, well that is mastery. That is us remembering who we are. That is powerful. God bless you always. Thank you for talking to us and thank you, GR, for bringing Jenny back to us 🙏🏼✨💜

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for your kind words, so glad you enjoyed this video with Jenny as well. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @MalikaIC
    @MalikaIC Před rokem +12

    I lack words to respond ...So i will send you my deepest RESPECT that i feel for you Jenny...🙌🌟

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you so much for these kind words, we understand and read the rest between the lines. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @ronnielola6594
    @ronnielola6594 Před rokem +20

    Am so happy you made another video about this beautiful soul… I see a lot of my life story in her… provided of our age difference… it reminds how humans we are connected provided our physical differences… and her style is so unique ❤️💜🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +2

      We are very glad that we could share another story from Jenny, glad it was meaningful to you, Ronnie. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @joniirvin1469
    @joniirvin1469 Před rokem +13

    I echo all the comments here. In the midst of a busy morning, I saw this pop up in notifications and when I saw Jenny, I stopped to listen. She is my favorite too. At times when I can’t sleep I put on one if her interviews and fall asleep to her voice and wisdom. Thank you GR for featuring her again! I hope she gets to read all these wonderful compliments about her💜

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad you liked her message so much, Joni. And yes, Jenny does read all the comments. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @dfab2486
    @dfab2486 Před rokem +16

    Very personal. It takes a lot of courage for you to be so honest and vulnerable. Im glad you no longer blame yourself for the past. We are all trying to do our best. Im glad you can have peace and acceptance from your daughter but most of all for yourself.♥️ love is all

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad Jenny's message spoke to you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @melissasibindi7375
    @melissasibindi7375 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I'm LEARNING Motherhood. My children are 25, 18, 15. I am still learning. It didn't come naturally. But with learning, daily, self-acceptance, I LOVE the gifts that these young people are to me, in their own right as souls. Daily. Hourly.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci

      Beautiful message to read. Thank you for being someone who continue to grow, who continues to see the beauty - how lucky your children are to have you as an example in their lives. We send you all much love. Justine and Michael 💚

  • @maryannmaher3120
    @maryannmaher3120 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I absolutely love this woman and her wisdom and her open heart and her honesty!!!! I totally understand about her postpartum depression and how impossibly difficult it is to be a mom even when you don't have postpartum depression. A mother must be 100% there for the child for 18 years. No one else has that kind of responsibility. I never had a child but it must be so, so difficult. What's happening is that all of us are learning from and falling in love with this beautifu woman!!!l

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci +1

      What a touching message. So happy her words spoke to you so deeply. Thank you for sharing all your thoughts on motherhood.
      Not sure if you watched all the other videos of Jenny, the links are in the write-up below this video. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Jamie-mt2vb
    @Jamie-mt2vb Před rokem +22

    Jenny, your beautiful quest to reach an honest understanding of your self and your life is such an inspiration to me. If I could, I would already be on my way to see you to say thank you in person, and to give you warm hug of support and love. You have helped me to better understand my own life. Blessings and gratitude to you for what you have taught me and to Green Renaissance for recording and sharing your story. Thank you all.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are so happy that Jenny's words meant so much to you, Jamie. Thank you for your kind words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @ombretta5147
    @ombretta5147 Před rokem +3

    Ho attraversato le difficoltà della vita e mi chiedevo e lo faccio ancora a 72 anni,che sono state prove a volte impegnative ma poi mi dico che ci sono persone più sfortunate di me.Le mie due figlie sono nate e allevate da me,tra cento impedimenti ma poi, in seguito, mi è sembrato di "scivolare" negli anni,su una strada piena di pietre,sassi,ostacol.Mi sono fatta forza per dare alle mie figlie una vita dignitosa e con valori veri!!!Ora ne sono fiera e tranquilla!!Il mio Amico e' da sempre Dio,che ringrazio per l'aiuto che mi ha dato e che mi dà.🙏🙏Ho sempre sentito in me ,la certezza che ce l'avrei fatta con il Suo aiuto.Credere è fondamentale per affrontare la vita,anche se molti non ci credono.🙋🏻

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing. We are glad you were able to master the difficulties in life. All the best for your further walk on life's path. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @khandro5685
    @khandro5685 Před rokem +2

    je vous ai écouté, regardé, ....suivi la caméra.... du début à la fin..... comme une ballade , main dans la main.... avec vous, .....votre fille..... et moi...
    je ne suis pas émue, je suis touchée, au plus profond de mon être! moi qui n'ai pas voulu d'enfant, pour toutes les raisons que vous décrivez!!!!
    mais, l'amour est le plus fort!
    merci!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Wow, you shared amazing and touching words. Thank you
      Here are the links again for all four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @annecrestani9218
    @annecrestani9218 Před 14 dny

    Thank you again Jenny. Not only are you a wonderful artist but also an incredibly authentic, generous and honest human being. Life can be so very challenging can't it? As mothers, there is just an incredible amount of pressure to be the "perfect mother". Always, smiling, always available, always caring, always patient, always attractive....always on call. In some ways, we are asked to stop being human! To stop being fallible, fragile, sensitive, unsure, uncertain, exhausted, frustrated, anxious, hurting. I adored being pregnant and I adored my babies but I struggled to fully enjoy them as their father was so hateful, violent and abusive. He was jealous of my connection with them and did everything he could to sever our bond, even after we had divorced and I had managed to escape from him. His painful legacy continues to this day and I have to work very hard to try and undo the damage that he wreaked. Thankfully myself and my now adult children continue to work on being more open, honest, loving and compassionate with each other. We're not perfect by any means, but we never give up on each other. Jenny, your words and your compassion are what the world so needs now. Thank you, thank you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 12 dny

      Touching words. Sorry to read about your experiences, but so good that you and your children work together and try to be open, caring, loving,... Wishing you and your children all the best for life's journey. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @paintbrush42
    @paintbrush42 Před rokem +11

    Jennie, This could be me. I'm 80 now and our relationship has suffered so much. Back then PPD was not - so it made it something wrong with me. I'm so glad you talked about this. But I'm sorry for what it did to your life. I always love to watch the articles about you, sometimes over and over. God bless you, Jennie

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the subject. Glad you enjoy the videos with her.
      Here are all the links for the four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @lorrainesaliba5469
    @lorrainesaliba5469 Před rokem +17

    I love love love Jenny ❤ ! Thank you ever so much for having her once again 🙏🏼! She is such an incredible and beautiful lady inside and out ! Her honesty and sweetness shine and everytime I get to see one of her videos she just fills me with sublime happiness knowing that beautiful people like her have the courage to share their hardships and how they coped with it ! I also love her art ! I send Blessings to you all at Green Renaissance for your excellent teamwork and love you share and also to beautiful Jenny ! Warmest love and wishes …Lorraine ❤️🥰💕🙏🏼

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Such a kind and touching message, thank you Lorraine. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @ninajhun228
    @ninajhun228 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Powerful motherly truth, as I listen to this mother/women stating her truth all I can think of is how I felt when I was pregnant w/my first child at a young age. Takes courage, honestly, bravely to express one's inner feelings when in the place of giving birth, afraid and stepping into a new world. Thank you Mama for speaking your truth.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci

      Your words touch us. We are glad her words spoke to you deeply. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @priscillab6645
    @priscillab6645 Před měsícem

    The best gift you have given your daughter is that you shared your feelings with her. ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před měsícem

      Beautiful and touching words! Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @janedoe09
    @janedoe09 Před rokem +8

    God Bless you again and again for opening up your soul. I'm nearly 70 and walked in shoes similar to yours, but I didn't have a husband. A week before 43 I gave birth to my son and from the beginning the isolation, the fear, was overwhelming. I know the pain of shame, the 'why did I' questions, I still carry them today despite asking for my son's forgiveness, trying to not do what my Mom did as I was growing up that was hurtful to me. Now in today I just try to be kind and supportive to my 27 year old son who has Aspergers. He is living in supportive housing finding his way in life which is painful to watch, he knows how I feel, I no longer say the words. Right now he wants to drive and is slowly making his way. He works two days a week as a dishwasher and likes the people he works with...other than that, he has no friends. I worry a lot for his future because when I'm gone, he will have no one.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your story and experiences, Jane. May Jenny's words help and encourage you, help you heal. We wish you and your son all the best for the journey ahead and are sending you both warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @janedoe09
      @janedoe09 Před rokem

      @@ReflectionsofLife 💜💜💜

    • @lifestylechannels9142
      @lifestylechannels9142 Před 2 měsíci

      🙏🏵💐🌸🌻🌺🌼🍀❤

    • @janedoe09
      @janedoe09 Před měsícem

      @@lifestylechannels9142 💜💜💜

  • @mariavalenzz5833
    @mariavalenzz5833 Před 3 měsíci +10

    Jenny, your story is mine. I had my first daughter in 1973, and I experienced what you experienced after her birth. I didn't know about PPD in those days. Only recently have I found an explanation of what happened. PPD. My daughter and I have been healing our relationship for years and years. She has been so generous with me when she could have erased me from her life but she didn't because she cared. That is THE POWER OF LOVE, and I'm grateful to her in particular. I'm also so thankful to you for sharing your painful memories. It's hard. I love you for that.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci +1

      A deeply moving message - thank you for sharing. Your journey echoes that of Jenny's. And how beautiful that you and your daughter are walking a path towards healing and peace. We send you much love and kindness. Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @tatianagrosch7535
    @tatianagrosch7535 Před 3 měsíci +1

    She's a great artist (and very stylish and has a beautiful house). She's very generous, what she expresses is very difficult to say. She should forgive herself. She is just a human being. Take care!💕

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Glad that you enjoy her art. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @kphoenix2701
    @kphoenix2701 Před rokem +26

    For anyone with a baby who cries all the time: A chiropractor once told me that colicky babies can sometimes be “cured” with a spinal adjustment done by a professional. Their little spines can go out of alignment during birth, particularly if there has been tugging or pulling. An adjustment can relieve their pain. It may be something to look into.

    • @em945
      @em945 Před rokem

      Sounds like a really good idea if you can get a really experienced one ( I am a big believer in Chiropractics , and osteo ). Even any type of kind healing touch could help a crying baby. There are so many things that seem to be able to go wrong! Glad I didn't have kids, I would have been forever nervous parent.

    • @ceilidhferguson1890
      @ceilidhferguson1890 Před rokem

      This is absolutely true!!

    • @angelaberni8873
      @angelaberni8873 Před rokem +3

      I wouldn't like anyone messing with my babies spine.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for sharing this suggestion, these thoughts. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @BE-bs8oe
      @BE-bs8oe Před rokem +1

      How interesting. I knew a cry baby who got backaches later on and severe pains as a young adult...

  • @junemaddock1472
    @junemaddock1472 Před rokem +5

    It is and was not your fault. None of it! I believe regret and guilt have no place in your life. Its wasted energy. We were expected to know, as you said. That was so far from the truth. I believe we are all responsible for our own happiness. No mother ,father, husband, sister ,brother, or anyone that's important in our lives is. No matter what the circumstances. If a person needs help with it, seek it out. I am happy your daughter is loving and why should she not be? It is the way to personal happiness. Its great she has figured that out. Nothing that happened while she was growing up should get in the way of that. It is an overused term ,but true, we all did the best we could, and I believe we should never feel guilty ,ever ,for mistakes, or circumstances that were beyond our control .They should be learned from. Moved on from ,to that loving place we all need. Thank you for sharing.

    • @ladybooksmith3347
      @ladybooksmith3347 Před rokem +1

      I think people feel how they feel, and not everything can be rationalised away, no matter what you believe. 🙏🏻

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts and encouragement, June.
      Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @n.sundari889
    @n.sundari889 Před 3 měsíci +3

    It’s a scientific fact that giving birth “doesn’t” automatically give you maternal feelings. Some women are empty shells devoid of motherly love. This impacts children forever. Unfortunately some children can never forgive a lifetime of never having a loving mother as well as one who could never say she was sorry . 🧿

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thank you for sharing these thoughts, much to ponder on. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @veronikaholaskova862
    @veronikaholaskova862 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Gosh I can’t stop crying 😢.why are we so scared of being honest about our feelings.She is beautiful.

    • @JJNow-gg9so
      @JJNow-gg9so Před 2 měsíci +1

      Society and a wish to belong. 😘🙏✨

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci +2

      Thank you for sharing. Tears are ok, sometimes it helps us so much when we can cry. Glad her message spoke to you so deeply. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @JJNow-gg9so
      @JJNow-gg9so Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@ReflectionsofLife tears are colorless bleeding. At night tears roll down my face. Every night. 🦋

  • @silverpromidi
    @silverpromidi Před rokem +5

    And every child after that one increases the degree of post-partum 😥
    I am so sorry you were not able to get the help you needed back then Jenny.
    My mother and I did not have a very good relationship for many reasons, partly my time in the womb and the circumstances around her pregnancy with me.
    You were not to blame for everything Jenny *SUPER BIG HUGS* for you and your daughter in your journey from here on in.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for these touching words. Sending you warm hugs, and all the best for your own journey, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      @silverpromidi We have now four videos with Jenny on our channel, here are all the links: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @silverpromidi
      @silverpromidi Před rokem

      @@ReflectionsofLife I have watch, re-watched sometimes, laughed and cried through every one of those talks with this amazing woman 💖

  • @nreynier4373
    @nreynier4373 Před rokem +11

    What an amazing human you are Jenny to have such profound insights and to be so giving in paying forward by sharing them with us all. I feel incredibly blessed to have discovered you and to have the opportunity to listen to you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Such beautiful words, thanks a lot. We are glad that we can share these videos with you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Acethecoloradogolden
    @Acethecoloradogolden Před rokem +4

    I continue to be blown away by Jenny! Her humility. Her heart. Her life journey. Wish I could hug her and thank her for just being who she is. Incredible ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We appreciate your kind words, glad you enjoyed the message she shared. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @renewalkin6151
    @renewalkin6151 Před rokem +1

    This was my story too. I was fortunate to live next to woman who was a nurse who told my husband to take me to my doctor(gynaecologist) and not to take no for an answer. The minute I was in his office I burst into tears as I was not coping. I couldn't believe that my friends who had already had children had not told me what it was really like! I felt so betrayed and isolated. I thought I was the only one who was not a natural mother. I had also had an emergency Caesarean as the umbilical cord was too short and she would likely have had some brain damage due to oxygen starvation if it was a long birth process.That didn't help either. I was all over the place emotionally and really struggling. My husband was very understanding and did the night feeding for a few days so I could sleep through the night which helped enormously as sleep deprivation only makes the problem worse. What a brave lady she is to be so open about a subject that is still painful all these years later.I love this channel.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your experiences, Rene. We are glad you could be helped at the time. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @inthehouse1960
    @inthehouse1960 Před rokem +1

    Dear Jenny, please don't blame yourself. During my pregnancy I almost had a miscarriage, was physically and emotionally abused by the baby's father, forced to leave my home, became homeless, had to continue working and commuting to work 3 hours a day, and found out the father gave me a venereal disease that put the baby in danger...But my son became the most loving person and is now studying psychology in order to help others. He still has no idea the struggle I went through to bring him into the world, and it doesn't appear to have affected him at all. SO please don't blame yourself. Just know that you are among the millions of warrior women who overcame incredible odds to bring a new person into the world and be kind to yourself. We all understand.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your story and writing these encouraging and caring words. Sending you warm hugs and best wishes for your journey through life, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @homaa-
    @homaa- Před rokem +8

    Wow, I love this lady❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are so very glad. Thank you for telling us.
      Here are the links again for all four videos with her: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @nikkigrady6756
    @nikkigrady6756 Před rokem +5

    I love Jenny. Please keep making videos with her. I feel like she's a friend. Nikki❤

  • @JjBianca
    @JjBianca Před měsícem

    This video made me cry. I know how carrying a mother wound feels like. I'm glad that she and her daughter had the necessary talk❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před měsícem

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts and kind and caring words. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @rrr441
    @rrr441 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Very brave woman. My son was born almost 3 months early and spent 3,5 months at the hospital, hooked to machines. He weighed 900 grams. I would visit him every day, after a while I got to hold him on my chest. But I felt like an robot. I just couldn't bond with him... he was ripped from my insides after a very hard pregnancy and the whole thing was very traumatic. When he came home, I fell apart. Luckily my husband was there and got me help. My son is now 8 months old and I finally feel like he's mine. Our love grows every day ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 11 měsíci

      Thank you for sharing your story, may you feel encouraged and inspired. We believe the love between your son and you will continue to grow stronger every day and wish you as a family all the best. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @zigulimiguli
    @zigulimiguli Před rokem +4

    ...❤️my dearest lady i like to see and hear on CZcams universe....many love ,hugings, and prayers for "my dear lady", and to you dear people who are creators of these videos, and all that art project, and to all people watching you...God bless ...❤🌹🙏🏻...sincerely from one heart and soul in Serbia....❤🌹🙏🏻...

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much for all the kind words to all of us.
      We now have four videos with Jenny on our channel, here are all the links: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Not sure if you have watched them all. Sending you warm hugs all the way to Serbia, Justine and Michael💚

    • @zigulimiguli
      @zigulimiguli Před 3 měsíci

      ❤​@@ReflectionsofLife

  • @mydearwoodlands
    @mydearwoodlands Před rokem +7

    Every video with Jenny is so touching. She is one of my top fav ppl of your GR stories. And oh my, how I can relate to her. Thank you for finding Jenny and sharing her stories ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      You are so welcome. We are glad the videos mean a lot to you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @blackthornsloe8049
    @blackthornsloe8049 Před rokem +1

    I was unable to bond with my son until he was five . My mother was mentally ill and brutally abusive . This caused me to put up a wall between my son and I. I felt that I was damaged and wanted to withdraw so that I didn't damage him .
    Something clicked around five when I was able to share humor with him .
    He's 17 now and he sees me as his rock . I've shared my history with him and have thanked him for teaching me to be a mother .

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Touching and deep words. Thank you for sharing. Glad all is well now. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @HStanzi
    @HStanzi Před 3 měsíci +1

    the first thought I had when this Lady popped up on my screen was: OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL BEING, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FACE. And then I heard her state her biggest regret in life of NOT being beautiful.
    Of course I started weeping. The only comfort was that we are all born to get over, integrate our dual challenges. No matter what they are. Mind over matter... And WHO ARE WE in reality? Those nightmarish lives we lead as humanity will finally get us on the path to light, to what we call "non-duality"
    THANK YOU so much for sharing your secret - Which we, at least women, share... This is OUR pathway to "heaven" which is a state of consciousness, today also called 5D
    With a huge smile from Switzerland ♥

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you for this message of understanding - for reminding us that we all face challenges of confronting the 'ghosts' of our past, of dealing with the insecurities of our present, of facing our fears of the future. And it is such a big question - who are we really? May all come to an answer that brings us peace. We send you much love on your journey. Justine and Michael. x

  • @wackthegood8884
    @wackthegood8884 Před rokem +3

    Jenny could have her own CZcams channel. I could listen to her ALL day!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Lovely thought, thank you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Knotty_WoodCraft
    @Knotty_WoodCraft Před rokem +7

    Thank you once again Jenny Jackson for shining even more light on a beautiful Saturday morning. Love you

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      You are so welcome Jason. So glad you liked the message she shared. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @sabbieh.9898
    @sabbieh.9898 Před rokem +1

    Oh Wow! I didn't expect that. Thank you Jenny. The courage it took to apologize to your daughter surely healed both of your wounds.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      So touching and thoughtful, thank you. Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @larissashestayeva3320
    @larissashestayeva3320 Před 2 měsíci

    She is so brave to talk about these uncomfortable things

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for your words of appreciation. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @onlypearls4651
    @onlypearls4651 Před rokem +4

    Love is all.

  • @karooblue7634
    @karooblue7634 Před rokem +5

    Oh Jenny, so good to see you again I admire and respect you. I have been watching your programs as they came out, I can see that you are walking taller, facing the sun. You always share so much with us, Thank you and we hope to see you soon again.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Beautiful and heartwarming comment, thank you. Glad you enjoyed all her videos. Here are the links again for all four: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @thedarkhairedone7672
    @thedarkhairedone7672 Před rokem +1

    What a beautiful human being! I would love to spend a day with her…listening to her words of wisdom, looking at her artwork, and just being in her presence.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      So kind, thank you. Your words speak volumes. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @slane_design
    @slane_design Před rokem +2

    So many truths are hidden from us (humans) we need to share our stories, wake up and see each other. Trust our instincts again. Stop trusting institutions/books and learn from nature, elders and wise ones. So glad you shared your story.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      We are glad you found this video helpful. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @scraps270
    @scraps270 Před rokem +5

    Life is beautiful and tragic. Thanks for sharing both sides of the story. Male and Female.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      You are welcome. Thank you for sharing this thought.
      We now have four videos with Jenny on our channel, here are all the links: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @fishinthesea3454
    @fishinthesea3454 Před rokem +7

    Much love to this lady and her daughter. Courageous souls.

  • @sabrinaoukaci5499
    @sabrinaoukaci5499 Před 6 dny

    i’ve lately been kind of interested in reading about Post Patrum Depression and somehow, the universe led me to watching this emotionally influential video. Thank you Jenny for being a brave human being and for talking about it as a mother.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 6 dny

      Thank you for sharing, touching words. We are so glad we could share Jenny's story with you. May her words be a help and maybe answer some questions. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @panul6119
    @panul6119 Před měsícem

    I'm listening to her and tears are rolling down on my cheeks because I went through the similar situation Love yourself now Jenny . When you know better you do better.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před měsícem

      Touching words. We hope you are doing ok.
      The links to all the other videos with Jenny are in the write-up below the video. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @rocioreina6288
    @rocioreina6288 Před rokem +7

    I love you Jenny! You always speak from the heart and the reflexion.

  • @ReynaSingh
    @ReynaSingh Před rokem +5

    Thank you for these wonderful stories.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      It's a pleasure, glad we can share them with you, Reyna.
      Here are all the links for the four videos with Jenny: 'All Cats Are Black' (czcams.com/video/dK2km_x9-as/video.html), 'Love Mummy' (czcams.com/video/miLs1AfMrIY/video.html) , 'Now You Are Free' (czcams.com/video/Np-uU-tH6oU/video.html) and ‘We Didn’t Know’ (czcams.com/video/cdpIec1iG6E/video.html). Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @scottyoung139
    @scottyoung139 Před rokem +1

    I was so excited when I received the email that you had produced a fourth film with this beautiful human. I’ve waited a bit to watch it because I knew it would be both beautiful and moving. Four hours ago I received a diagnosis that I was autistic. I’m 51. I knew today would be the day to watch the video. While it is different disorders, I could relate so so much to the release one feels when finally having an explanation. I admire her strength and openness so much. And please go check out her other videos. Love to all. 💚🕊️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your story. So glad Jenny's videos mean so much to you, Scott. May her words and thoughts inspire, carry and help you on your further journey through life. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Karensagainstkarens
    @Karensagainstkarens Před 3 měsíci

    Every word she says is the things I think. I blame myself for all my children’s tears. All of them. Especially my son’s murder. He was in the dangerous place in life because of his childhood I gave him. 😢

  • @arlenecoury9976
    @arlenecoury9976 Před rokem +5

    AMAZING! Simply Amazing! She has spoken for so many women, God bless her for bearing her soul. IN order for us to learn about life in general, we all need to speak to each other more. Thank you~ Now ona totally different topic, your home and style is very artistic. I would love to know more. Where do you live? What sort of home do you have? Everything is just lovely, as are you.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Arlene, for these lovely words of support and Jenny's sharing of her story. She lives in a small town called Hermanus in South Africa, which also doubles as her art studio and gallery. A magical space that truly captures the essence of who she is. Sending you much love. Justine and Michael x

    • @arlenecoury9976
      @arlenecoury9976 Před rokem

      @@ReflectionsofLife Awe. it's so nice to her name. Thank you! South Africa, wow, I had no idea! Jenny is so unique, I'm just so touched at her candor. Thank you so very much for discovering her and sharing. I'v always wondered what is your protocol for who you will feature?

  • @nicodemus2848
    @nicodemus2848 Před měsícem

    Jenny... Thank you deeply for sharing. Truly!!! And you are not a "BITCH"... You are a wonderful woman, mother and humanBEING and we just love you here in EUROPE... Speaking out loud is refreshing and liberating... May you be BLESSED Jenny. With regards, ND

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před měsícem +1

      Touching and kind words thank you. We are so glad Jenny's message means so much to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @nicodemus2848
      @nicodemus2848 Před měsícem

      @@ReflectionsofLife I really love what you are doing and simply being in the process. Sharing love, meaning and hope, in all those stories that actually happened and are still happening and manifesting... I have a deep respect and admiration for your calling here with us... Really... May you be blessed and where ever you walk, may the path be clear and peaceful. With deep regards, Niko

  • @Wewillbeokay8
    @Wewillbeokay8 Před měsícem

    You’re so brave to be willing to heal this late in the life journey. To be so open to new beginnings. ❤ I am so happy that you’ve been able to heal that mother-daughter relationship.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před měsícem +1

      Such beautiful and caring words. Yes, Jenny had an incredible journey. Sending you much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @samigirl1853
    @samigirl1853 Před rokem +3

    I love this woman❤

  • @gypsy785
    @gypsy785 Před rokem +5

    I LOOOOVE Jenny❤. You are always inspiring us with your honesty.
    I am so grateful for your stories 😘

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před rokem +1

      So touching. Glad you enjoyed all her videos. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @kchaddah2595
    @kchaddah2595 Před 2 měsíci

    Such a moving story and Jenny is so articulate in expressing what is, as she herself says, almost indescribable. I suffered from post partum depression after my second child was born. I was unhappy in my marriage throughout my pregnancy and I believe this very much contributed to my destabilization. I felt deeply unloved and lost. The world was very grey. I also felt torn between my two children. I had given my first child my undivided attention when she was the only one but could no longer sustain that level of attention towards her. Plus I wanted to give my second daughter as much as I had given my first but how could I when I now had two to look after. I was offered medication but was too scared to take it because I was hiding my illness and felt so wobbly already that the medication might expose my real state. I felt completely isolated too. I am very lucky that my baby was very contented for I didn’t have it in me to do much. I can’t imagine what I would have done had she cried and cried. Oh it was the hardest time. It took over two years for me to feel I had evened out. I was so afraid to have another child in case it happened again - the depression. This happened to me over 40 years ago but Jenny’s story brings it flooding back. I did go on to have two more children. My husband and I did repair our relationship in time. I am so grateful for these blessings. My post partum depression was definitely a huge event that changed the course of my life, opening the way to my spiritual awakening and continued growth up to this day.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you for such a deeply moving sharing of your own personal experience with post partum depression. We're sorry to hear that you too had to work through this, and that at times, felt alone. To know that you have arrived a place of healing, where within yourself, and within your relationships, have found connection once more - that is beautiful! Thanks again for being on this journey together with us. Big love! Justine and Michael. x

  • @autumnlover760
    @autumnlover760 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I was so excited to see this fourth video. I bet Jenny is amazed how much impact and comfort she is bringing to many people's lives at this season of hers. I might add, her home has fantastic ambience!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Před 8 měsíci

      Lovely words, thanks so much. So happy it excited you to see another video with her. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚