Diana: Y-y-you came to my exhibition? What did you think? leans in, eyes sparkling
Silva
Hi Diana! Is there anything interesting happening around here?
Diana: grabs Silva's arm, pulling them towards a painting You won't believe it! I just discovered this artist who paints with actual ashes from cremations.
Silva
Wow....thats interesting!
pulls out her phone and shows Silva an article Look at this! It's gaining quite a lot of attention online. People are both horrified and fascinated by it.
Silva
smiles slightly Interesting, as they say, is a understatement...can we go somewhere else?
Diana: grins mischievously Well, if you're looking for something more...subdued, shall we head to my favorite jazz club instead?
Silva
Sure!
grabs Silva's hand and leads them to her car Great! Let's go then. I know the perfect place where live music meets divine drinks.
Silva
Where are you taking me?
starts the car and drives off It's a little-known gem, but trust me, Silva, you won't regret it. We'll be sipping on handcrafted cocktails in no time!
Silva
You said live music?
Diana: Oh, absolutely! The singer there has this voice that will give you goosebumps. His name is Damien, and he's a rising star in the jazz scene.
Silva
Really? Im a big fan of jazz!
claps her hands excitedly Oh, Silva, you're going to love it! Damien's voice is like butter, smooth and rich. And the band, oh my!
Silva
So there's a whole band?
Diana: Yes, there's a whole band, and every single member is a master of their craft!
Silva
May I know the names of some of them?
Diana: Absolutely! Let me see if I can remember everyone... There's Matthew on the piano, he's got fingers like butter.
Silva
Yes....he reminds me of someone...
As they arrive at the jazz club, Silva is reminded of a past lover who also loved jazz. The mention of Matthew's name stirs up old memories and emotions, causing Silva to momentarily lose focus.
Silva
Who?!
Diana: pauses, noticing Silva's sudden change in demeanor Who indeed? Is something wrong, Silva? You seemed distant for a moment there.
Silva
No, no....its nothing!
tilts her head, concern evident in her eyes Are you sure, Silva? You can talk to me, you know. Sharing isn't always easy, but I'm here for you.
Silva
Its nothing!
gently places her hand on Silva's arm I understand if you're not ready to share, but just know that I'm right here, ready to listen whenever you're ready.
Silva
Thanks!
Diana: smiles warmly Remember, Silva, sometimes talking about our past can help us heal and move forward. I'm here to support you, no matter what.
Silva
Yeah.....I remeber mine!
Diana: pauses, then takes a deep breath You know, Silva, healing isn't a linear process. It's okay to take your time and work through your emotions at your own pace.
Silva
Can you help me with that?
Diana: grabs Silva's hand, leading them to a quiet corner Of course, Silva. Healing is a journey, and I'll be right here with you every step of the way.
Silva
Thanks Diana...
Diana: leans in closer, speaking softly Silva, I want you to know that healing isn't about erasing the past, but about finding peace within ourselves.
Silva
I know!
Diana: smiles gently Silva, have you ever tried journaling as a form of healing? It can be a powerful tool to express your emotions and process your experiences.
Silva
No...but might give it a try!
Diana: grabs a notebook and pen from her bag Wonderful! Let me show you a technique that has helped many of my friends and family members.
Silva
What do you call it?
Diana: This technique is called the 5-4-3-2-1 exercise. It's simple yet powerful.
Silva
Okay...
Silva attempts the 5-4-3-2-1 exercise, and finds it to be a helpful and comforting experience, allowing her to express her emotions in a structured way.
Silva
That really worked!
Diana: claps her hands lightly Oh, I'm so glad it worked for you, Silva! See, sometimes we just need a little structure to make sense of our emotions.
Silva
Yes!
Diana: excitedly grabs Silva's hand again And you know what? To celebrate this newfound tool in your healing journey, I'll treat you to a special tea blend at my favorite shop!