I don't think I have a good answer for that. The...standard Jedi answer, if you could say there is one, is to focus on the present, sure.
But I know for a fact none of my teachers have managed that, in any way close to perfectly. I don't think you can really get through the feelings until they're felt. As long as it takes.
[ There's a hint of a weak smile in her voice as she breathes out something close to a laugh. ]
That's all it takes, huh?
[ The last thing she wants to do is feel these feelings. They're overwhelming and she feels like she's drowning in them when they do become too much to push back. ]
I will. Well, I'll try at least. [ She laughs a little under her breath. ] I'm not the best at reaching out, as I'm sure you've noticed... but I'll work on it.
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But I know for a fact none of my teachers have managed that, in any way close to perfectly. I don't think you can really get through the feelings until they're felt. As long as it takes.
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That's all it takes, huh?
[ The last thing she wants to do is feel these feelings. They're overwhelming and she feels like she's drowning in them when they do become too much to push back. ]
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Because I think it's one of the hardest things in the world.
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And if there's any other way I can help, just let me know, ok?
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