The author reflects on the poignant memories associated with a significant date, April 30, which elicit deep sadness each year despite geographic changes. Living in the southern hemisphere, the seasonal context differs from where these memories stem, creating a disconnect with nature's cycles. This persistent emotional weight suggests that psychological memories can transcend physical surroundings, resonating deeply within one's body and emotions, a sentiment echoed in the work of Gabor Mate, as the body retains the impact of past experiences.
My therapist tells me it is seasonal memory. I find it a bit strange, since in the southern hemisphere where I now live, there are no cherry blossoms blooming as they are now in Herbert Park.
Instead, in anticipation of the winter the leaves are changing colour. And still, every year this deep, dark sadness consumes me as we get closer to April 30.
Perhaps, Gabor Mate is right: 'The body does keep the score.'
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