When dealing with difficult emotions, it can be confusing to spot the difference between avoidance and acceptance. So if you think of difficult emotions as this little black box of difficult, hurt, pain, feelings, and oftentimes we think that we’re accepting them by distracting ourselves and doing other things, where in essence we’re actually avoiding them and not dealing with them. Continue reading “Do I actually accept myself fully or am I avoiding my "stuff"?”
Category: Regret and Guilt
What is the significance of major life barriers?
What are major life barriers? Where do they originate?
Major life barriers are in fact where your powerful testimony lay. Go deep into each major life barrier as overcoming it will allow you to speak powerfully and authentically. Continue reading “What is the significance of major life barriers?”
How can we become kinder and gentler to ourselves?
This is a contribution by guest blogger, Shari Alyse.
Are you tired of being tired?
I remember seeing the wall. Actually, heading right for it at top speed and consciously making the decision to deal with the consequences afterwards. Why? Well, in that particular moment, it seemed easier to just go with well, what seemed easier; the short term. Continue reading “How can we become kinder and gentler to ourselves?”
Can You Treat Depression With Yoga?
The practice of yoga in terms of being able to sit with internal discomfort is fundamental in learning how to get over depression. Yoga really gets you into your body, and it makes you aware of your body. For example, if you are in a posture and it’s very painful, the idea isn’t to avoid the pain, it’s to actually breathe, and sit with the pain. Continue reading “Can You Treat Depression With Yoga?”