Learning to Be Gentle With Yourself | To Be Met With Tenderness (Emotional Healing)

In this episode of Backbone, Kendra shares a spoken word piece titled “To Be Met With Tenderness.”Inspired by a meaningful conversation with a mentor, the poem reflects on the recognition that the softness and care we offer to others is something we also deserve to receive.Through emotional reflection and embodied awareness, the piece explores the importance of gentleness, emotional safety, and the quiet strength found in tenderness.Sometimes the most powerful realization is simply remembering that our tenderness is not a weakness it is something worthy of being met and honored.May you live well. May you be well.