Self-Forgiveness
By forgiving yourself, you can stop the shame and start healing, creating a more loving and deep connection with yourself and others.
Our Thoughts Don't Have to Consume Us
But through the past few years of this deep inner work, I now know powerful thoughts and images that seem to appear from nowhere are the fear of that small and scared child inside me holding onto some feeling of comfort she thinks she needs. She has learned to use powerful thoughts and imagery to try and protect me, but I know what is behind those now. It’s my six-year-old self, trying to not become harmed in this world. I used to get quite angry with this part of myself, but I realized that is only becoming angry with another part of myself. A part that so badly needs to feel love, belonging and safety.
Holding Hope, Leaning In, and Looking Forward - Arriving to a New State of Normal
Continuing the consistent work and progress is necessary. Keeping hope alive to try, and try again. Keep learning and implementing the small things and eventually…one day…you’ll notice…”I feel different” and it’s a glorious feeling.