When we engage in therapy, we are encouraged to open up and share our thoughts and feelings.
However, there are moments when we struggle to find the right words or fear the vulnerability that comes with sharing certain experiences. Sometimes, our silence stems from a fear of judgment or rejection. We may hesitate to voice our true thoughts because we worry about the consequences or how others might perceive us. Check in with yourself:
A big part of life is recognizing when it's time to let go of certain things so we can let in something new, more fulfilling to take its place. A journaling prompt I love (particularly when I feel weighed down) is "What do I want to let go of?" or "What is weighing me down?" Think about the things, beliefs, opinions, feelings, memories, regrets, experiences, people, habits, etc. that feel heavy, burdensome, and unnecessary. Let yourself write until nothing else comes to mind. Notice how you feel after putting those burdens down. Let yourself be in this lighter state, and from that place ask yourself, "What do I want to let in?" or "What do I want more of?" Let all the things, beliefs, opinions, feelings, memories, regrets, experiences, people, habits, you would love to let in come to you. You don't need to force answers, rather let them arise from this unburdened state you're in. Notice how it feels to let in all that goodness. Don’t wait for a major change. Instead, focus on the small things that can be completed today and will make tomorrow easier. Look around you and focus on what’s unfinished. For example:
Just start with where you are. It doesn’t matter if what you believe about yourself is true. When you notice a familiar story or belief coming up, ask yourself:
1. Is this story/belief useful? 2. Is it getting me closer or further away from what I truly want for myself? 3. How do I feel when I believe this story? Some questions can only be answered by the future you.
Questions like… 👉 “Will it be worth it?” 👉 “Am I making the right decision?” or 👉 “Is this where I’m supposed to go next?” … can only be answered in the future. If you’re struggling to find answers, ask yourself: Is this a question for the future me? |
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April 2024
AuthorSladja Redner |