SHADOW WORK HEALING

How to recognize and heal the shadow aspect of the self

SIGNS OF AN UNHEALED SHADOW

log your triggers - write down anytime you feel a physical reaction to something that upsets you such as your chest getting tight or your face turning red
write a letter to those who hurt you in the past
explore your Lilith sign. I found my Lilith sign by using Cafe Astrology. It was free and it gave me my entire birth chart!
Make a chart of what depletes you versus what elevates you
meditate on forgiveness
nurture your Inner Child
write down your dreams
affirmations such as: I am strong, I am good enough, I am worthy, My feelings are valid, I am lovable, I am whole
journaling - see prompts below

How do I react when I am embarrassed?
Do I set healthy boundaries in my relationships?
Do I fear getting in trouble?
Do I fear authority?
What do I wish more people understood about me?
Am I confrontational? Is this healthy for me or does it usually get me into trouble?
What memories make me feel shame?
Do I share any personality traits with my parents? Am I proud of this?
What emotions bring out the worst in me?
When do I find myself hiding behind a mask? Who am I with? Why do I hide who I truly am in these situations?
How do I respond to compliments? Do I believe them?
What do I think about when I am alone?
Do I have recurring nightmares? Do I recognize anybody in them?
Do I have any preconceptions about people? Why do I feel these ways about them?
Do I tend to overdo for others? Why do I do this? Who do I overdo it for?
How do I express that I am sad? Any? Scared? Do I feel I am heard and understood in those moments?
How do I self-soothe? Are these habits healthy?

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