Welcome
Hello, hello I’m coming to you from my kitchen table on a Friday evening, winding down after a packed week with clients. Tonight, I want to share a couple of things that came up for me, and for a client, that I think you’ll find really helpful. 🌃
Episode Summary
In this episode, I dive into the idea of seeing your psyche as a city – complete with neighbourhoods that feel safe, vibrant, or, sometimes, a bit sketchy. I talk about how I started to picture my own mind this way, especially when I’d get stuck in fear or anxiety. Instead of believing “this is just how it is now,” I realised I’d simply wandered into a rough part of town… and that I could always find my way back. 🏙️
I also chat about the “trauma vortex” – that part of us that holds old pain and can pull us in when we least expect it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re suddenly back in an old, dark place, you’re not alone. I share how, even when we end up in those places, there’s a part of us that knows it will pass. Sometimes, all it takes is a deep breath and a reminder that you’ve got safe, resourced neighbourhoods inside you, too.
Key Takeaways
✨ Your psyche is like a city – there are places you love and places you’d rather avoid, but you’re never stuck forever
✨ When you find yourself in a “bad neighbourhood” emotionally, it’s just a few blocks away from safety
✨ The trauma vortex can feel inescapable, but it’s only temporary – you can ground yourself and move through it
✨ You have areas of resource and light within you, even when things feel tough
✨ Staying present is always an area of resource – now is the only place you can make a difference
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If you’re resonating with this, know that you’re not alone. Take a breath, ground yourself, and remember: you’ve got this.
Want to share your thoughts or experiences? Drop me a message – I love hearing from you.
Keep shining, and I’ll see you next time! 💛
