When confusion clouds your mind
and “old tapes” begin to play –
when you don’t know which direction to go
or how to get “unstuck” –
when your brain is so triggered by events
that remind you of former times of abuse or neglect –
Then remember
that deep within you,
there is a calm place,
untouched by harm,
untroubled by the wild waves of your life.
You can reach that calm place
by breathing into it, deeply and slowly,
moving your diaphragm while
signaling your brain to calm and let you
access this peace within…
And then focus on something life giving:
nature, music, a good book, a creative activity,
movement of your body or an extra nap…
Healing is a journey and a practice!
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