Elara once explained it to me this way: “The sun is for doing. The moon is for being.”
Much like the tides, her emotions swell and recede with the light. Tips for Navigating the Night Shift mother in law who opens up when the moon rises
Ignore her, fake sleep, or snap at her for finally opening up. That reinforces shame. Instead, name the need: “I see you feel safe talking now. I want to honor that, and I also need rest.” Elara once explained it to me this way:
"The night is the only time the world stops asking us to be useful," Martha said, her voice devoid of its usual clip. It was melodic, almost youthful. " Martha said