Cosmic Connection

Present Sense № 36

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Sometimes, I forget that we share a cosmic connection.

Writing can feel like a lonely endeavor, a one way relationship. Ideas live in my head for days, weeks or even months. Then they are released into my notebook, my laptop, and finally get delivered in the form of an email.

But in order for my words to make their way to you, they must take a long journey. Beyond our planetary realm, they are space-bound. They travel into the ether, making a satellite pit stop, before darting back down to earth, landing in your inbox.

For a split moment, my words float into the endless dark cosmos. Each letter mingles with the stars. As digital communicators, we’re all golden voyagers, leaving a trail of cosmic dust behind.

When I remind myself of this process, I can marvel at the wonders of the internet. Or else it’s too easy to fall into its pitfalls. As the Jungian analyst James Hollis states in a ‘Pulling the Thread’ podcast episode with

Elise Loehnen

: every technology has its shadow side.

When it comes to cyber space, I think we’re all familiar with those dark corners. So it becomes easy to forget the light that hovers above, the sparkling filaments that bind us together.

But last week, you reminded me of that. I was so inspired to read the comments and emails you sent with your sensory suggestions. Not only did I discover new books, films, and recipes, but I also learned about you.

I saw the paintings you’re making, the trails you take your dog on, the gifts you craft for your friends. Every edition of Seven Senses is an invitation into my world, but last week it felt like you opened the door to yours. Thank you for welcoming me in and sharing your sensory delights.

Below you’ll find a compilation of some of your recommendations, with something to SEE, HEAR, SMELL, TASTE, TOUCH, BALANCE, and ENVISION.

In Joy,

Sabrina

PS: there will be no Present Sense next weekend as I’ll be publishing the Full Moon edition on Wednesday.

SEE

The Eternal Song | documentary by Zaya Ralitza Benazzo & Maurizio Benazzo

Available online (Premiere and online gather June 3-9, 2025)

Recommended by

Varenka Ruiz

:

“This movie touched my heart and soul. The directors, Zaya and Maurizio, creators of The Wisdom of Trauma (with Gabor Mate) among many other wonderful films, are doing an incredible job of healing and preserving our ancestral roots and wisdom, expanding ancient voices with themes that reflect us all. They’re sharing their new incredibly beautiful film ‘The Eternal Song’ for donation or free on their website.”

HEAR

Fiji | music by Michael Torke

Listen on Spotify, Youtube, and Amazon Music

Recommended by

Fog Chaser

:

“I heard this song on the local classical radio station one day and had to look it up: Fiji by composer named Michael Torke. It's long, but....I listen to it every day.”

SMELL

Herb Bundles

Recommended by

Anna Brones

:

“I went to an event at a friend's house this week that she was organizing and figured I should bring her something, so I made a bundle of rosemary, thyme, and lemon balm. It smelled so lovely.”

Image by Jolene Handy

TASTE

Homemade Popsicles

Recipe details available on Time Travel Kitchen

Recommended by

Jolene Handy

:

In her latest newsletter post, Jolene shared some homemade popsicles she made this week, including creamsicle, pomegranate-blueberry, pink lemonade, Arnold Palmer, and sour cherry. The recipe she used comes from Sarah Bond’s ‘For the Love of Popsicles’:

• 2 cups of fruit

• 1 cup of fruit juice, milk, or yogurt

• 2 to 4 tablespoons sweetener

Yield: 10 two-ounce popsicles

TOUCH

All in Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us about Women’s Bodies and Why it Matters Today | book by Elizabeth Comen, MD

Available at bookstores and online

Recommended by

Gala Delmont

“Every woman (and man!) needs to read this book. A harrowing look into the history of the medical system and its role in controlling women and their bodies.”

BALANCE

The Alphabet versus the Goddess | Book by Leonard Shlain

Available at bookstores and online

Recommended by

Interested Observer

:

“Shlain makes a compelling case that the introduction of alphabet languages and the process of reading itself, has unleashed dominant left brain qualities (linear thinking, masculine values) at the expense of right brain ones that promote wholistic and feminine approaches.”

ENVISION

Imaginable: how to create a hopeful future--in your own life, your community and the world | book by Jane McGonigal

Available at bookstores and online

Recommended by Asta Kovanen:

“The author is a game developer and futurist and the combination is unique… she offers many scenarios to help readers exercise their imaginations; it's intriguing.”