Self Care
5 Effective Self-Care Practices To Help Start Your Healing Journey Off Right
Self Care is an Essential Part of Healing
Healing from an unloving mother can be a difficult and painful process. But, it’s important to remember that you are not alone and there are steps you can take to care for yourself and begin to heal. Self-care is an essential part of the healing process, and it’s important to make it a priority. Here are 5 self-care practices that can help you begin to heal from an unloving mother:
- Journaling: Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a powerful tool for understanding and processing your emotions. It can also help you identify patterns and gain insight into your relationship with your mother.
- Mindfulness practices: Mindfulness practices such as meditation and yoga can help you feel more present in the moment and less reactive to the past. It can also help you learn to let go of negative thoughts and emotions and focus on the present.
- Therapy: Therapy can provide a safe and supportive space to process your feelings and emotions, and work through the pain of an unloving mother. A therapist can also provide guidance and support as you work through the healing process.
4. Spending time in nature: Nature has a soothing and grounding effect that can help you feel more connected and less alone. Spending time in nature, whether it’s going for a walk in the park or sitting by a lake, can help you feel more at peace.
5. Building a support system: Surrounding yourself with people who understand and support you can be incredibly healing. Reach out to friends, family, and support groups to connect with others who have been through similar experiences.
Added Bonus:
Making time for grief: Grief is one of the less talked about, and probably least enjoyable (but equally necessary) parts of the healing process. Give yourself the grace to feel and experience the grief as it comes and goes. Some days you may need to unplug and take a day off to simply release those emotions. For me when I feel the grief flooding in I draw the drapes, light my favorite scented candles, curl up with a cozy blanket and cry when I need to while reassuring myself that this is a healthy part of the process and I am loved and safe. Usually, the remainder of my day may consist of the most amazing NETFLIX and chill solo date ever. No matter how you structure this day, It’s important to remember that healing is not a linear process and it takes time. Be kind and patient with yourself, and remember that you deserve to be loved and treated with dignity throughout this process first and foremost.
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