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[Hello, imPorts! Today, when Saint Walker takes to the network, there is a certain solemnity to his perpetually cheerful features, though that in no way overrides the pleasantness in his voice. It is out of acknowledgment of their current predicament; nothing more.]

Good afternoon. To say that the past few months have been trying would, I think, be something of an understatement. I am unable to make any grandiose statements that alleviate this tension, nor am I able to offer any suggestions on what one may do on the macro scale. What I would like to offer, however, is my personal help to any of you who may be feeling the strain of these trying times.

Where I am from, I often guided those in need of assistance in sorting out complicated feelings, and guided others in the art of meditation. Whether one is facing great problems or small - and I assure you, I have provided my help to people who fit both of these categories - meditation can help with that, whether it is to assist in bringing about even temporary inner peace and calm, or bringing clarity to matters that need addressing.

If you require another to speak to, or wish to learn more of meditation, please contact me - privately or otherwise.

[He inclines his head towards the camera.]

Thank you for your time, and may you all find your own sense of peace.

[OOC: An open log for meditation sessions has gone up HERE!]

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Ah! I am glad that you have told me as much. We can, perhaps, shift the focus of your meditation not on awareness, but on calming one's own mind. I assume that you have difficulties sleeping because of the inability to still your thoughts, correct?

Yes.

[ Discussing that isn’t the most comfortable thing in the world for Gansey. He is unused to asking for help.

He’s also unused to anyone offering quite like this, though. He doesn’t think he should turn a blind eye. ]

I get restless, I suppose. Especially here, so far from home and with so much going on…

I always struggle with insomnia, honestly. Since the kidnapping, it’s been worse.

That is only natural. When our minds are busy, are occupied with ideas and memories of turmoil and strife, the quality of our lives suffer as a result, whether that happens to be one's relationships with others, one's physical health or, in your case, one's quality of sleep. Meditation should help to still your mind, to help you to get a good night's rest again.

[He pauses.]

I do warn you, however, that sometimes only speaking of what troubles you is the solution to flushing these thoughts and feelings of unease out of your system.

[ That’s not a very surprising thing to hear. Gansey’s solution has never been to talk about it. Those are doors he’s wary of opening. ]

I’m not sure it’s something that would make easy listening. [ Easier listening than telling, though. ]

Besides, the only one it troubles is me. It’s not that I want my mind to be…occupied, that way. [ Trouble and strife. Walker isn’t wrong. ] It’s just that I would prefer to manage it, as best I can, and meditation seems…a practical method.

[ And it’s something he could do alone, after he knew how. It wouldn’t have to disrupt anyone else, worry them or invoke their pity. That means something to him, too. ]

I am well accustomed to hearing things that are not easy to listen to, I assure you, brother. There is little that you would tell me that would burden me as much as you may fear.

[He will leave further prying off the network. Perhaps Gansey will be more comfortable in person, but he feels moved to assuage his fears nevertheless.]

Of course you will only tell me as much as you are comfortable saying, but please know, whatever you tell me will remain between us. [He presses one finger to his lips.] I am a very good keeper of secrets, you see.

[ That draws a small smile from Gansey, who nods. He won't promise to say anything, in case he ends up not being able to. He never makes a promise he doesn't think he can keep. ]

Yes, I believe you are. Thank you, for offering. I'll...think about it.

I really would appreciate your help, either way.

Then you shall have it. I will see you soon, my friend.

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