The healing path isn’t all sweetness and light. Healing of any kind can require us to confront our own personal shadow, not to mention the shadow aspects of the broader communities and cultures in which we live.
There are three aspects to the “dark side” of healing that I think most people confront on their personal healing journeys. These aren’t the only shadows that you might have to face, and not every healing journey puts us face-to-face with all three of them, but choosing to turn and work with them consciously will almost always help to unlock new possibilities. These are:
- Vulnerability
- Selfishness
- Despair
Listen to today’s episode for a deep explanation of these three aspects of the dark side of healing. I’d love to hear what your experiences of working with these things has been. Leave a comment to share your story if you feel so inclined!
