Explore how shadow work and psychology converge to elevate our mental health. Michele Lefler joins us to explore shadow work, revealing how this misunderstood practice combines psychology with spiritual elements to help us embrace all parts of ourselves.
• Shadow work addresses aspects of our personality society conditions us to suppress or hide
• Michele describes her approach as "spicy psychology" – blending traditional psychology with spiritual elements
• Emotions like anger aren't negative – they're signals that boundaries are being crossed
• Repressing parts of ourselves creates anxiety, depression, and disconnection from our authentic selves
• The things that irritate us about others often reflect unacknowledged aspects of ourselves
• Simple practices like journaling, voice recording, or oracle cards can be entry points to shadow work
• Shamanic healing and soul retrieval can help recover aspects of ourselves we've disconnected from
• Reconnecting with nature helps us become more attuned to our own bodies and minds
• Toxic positivity prevents us from processing difficult emotions authentically
• Balance is key – "You can't have all light, you can't have all dark. You need to be a panda"
For Michele's free "Breaking Up With Toxic Positivity" email series check it out here. To learn more about shadow work, shamanism and much more, visit michelelefler.com or email michele@michelelefler.com.
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