I've felt this before, I think I've told you a few times about my connection with London. I chalk mine up to either past life or genetic memories. The Covenant Garden area impacted me deeply, as did Mayfair. In one way, shape, or form I had been there before (or at least my DNA had). I can't tell you how welcoming the thought of a cozy old pub is to me. I watch this wonderful channel on YouTube called, Loaded London, and just daydream.
I've also had moments of bliss where it feels as though time slows down and everything feels as though it's perfect. I remember about a year before I moved to Minnesota we had a snowstorm in Ohio, big flakes. I was walking at night and that blissful feeling came over me. It was like a huge hug from the universe, a reassurance that everything would be alright.
I wonder how these moments come about. What explains them. I guess we're tempted to deconstruct them, in hopes of getting more, perhaps. :)
I know how much you love London, of course. I hope you find your way back soon :) I've considered the past life/DNA possibility too. Some connections with a place are too peculiar to explain otherwise.
I really have no idea what triggers these moments. It doesn't happen often to me but has happened pretty consistently throughout my life. You're right though, I wish it happened more often.: ) It's an amazing experience.
I found this video yesterday that might offer some clues to these altered states we sometimes stumble into:
Thank you! I may be heading back with my younger brother in next year. He's never been so it would be a lot of fun to show him around and see if he has a similar reaction to the city. I've also been looking at real estate over there, just daydreaming mostly but you never know! I just wish they could work through all of the immigration issues and other troubles they're experiencing now. I'm not sure whether or not they'll find a way to course-correct but there have been a lot of protests lately.
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