An Introvert's Studio Diary: Valemon - Polar Bear | Atelierovo Art

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"When the power of love overcomes the fear."

Ivi

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The polar bear. An archetype that has accompanied me my entire life, since childhood.

In my dreams I run from him, trying to hide in a small wooden cabin. The harder I try to conceal myself, the harder he pushes to reach me. My breathing is wild, I wake in the night completely drenched, heart pounding, with an overwhelming fear that he will break through. When I open my eyes, it takes me a few minutes to get my bearings and realise it was "only a dream". As a child I don't understand this dream — it takes me longer to settle after it.

He returns to me in dreams, many years later. I meet him again — this time face to face. There is nowhere to hide. We are outside, a wild, cold wind whistles around us, a snowstorm approaching in the distance. The air bears witness. I feel his breath on my skin and the hair on the back of my neck stands on end.

"I am your protector — he tells me. I guard your realm. I am here for you."

I listen, I feel, I align my breath with his. He leads me to places where connection with the earth reigns — trust in wild nature and authenticity. Tenderness, fragility, and at the same time a strength that fears nothing.

It is a realm many are afraid to enter. But once they do, there is no way back.

Awakening.

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He teaches me the strength I have been given since childhood — so that I may learn to use it when it is needed.

He says: "When you were small, my strength was too heavy for you — but I was always here for you. It is a strength you need to learn to work with. You do not need to fear it. You are safe."

I smile.

Danger? Why, that's heaven with care. The only thing it takes — is to finally, truly wake up. For real, this time. And for good.

With love,

~ Ivi

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