Is Your Shadow Creeping Up on You?

Let's figure out what it's trying to tell you.

Bruna

Sep 27, 2023

Have the feels been really feeling lately?

If you follow me on Instagram, then you may have noticed a theme with my daily channeled messages—and this morning’s message was very clear about hidden shadow work coming up for many of us.

I didn’t think too much of it, until I was at my nail appointment, talking all things astrology and this upcoming Aries Full Moon with my nail tech, and began reading more about this full moon on The Pattern app.

That’s when I saw this: “The influence of the full moon—in combination with these other energies—can amplify what’s going on in your life. The intention is to direct your attention to any unconscious patterns and behaviors that are ready to come to light. Often, these are areas you normally don’t want to look at, and now they will be impossible to ignore.”

Not only was this confirmation for this morning’s message (and a lot of conversations I’ve been having), but it’s a reminder that there is a collective experience happening right now.

If you’ve been feeling exceptionally emotional lately—especially if you have no idea where it’s coming from or why you’re feeling the way you do—or getting triggered by things you thought you were over, know that you’re not alone.

Personally, it feels like there are a lot of heart chakra activations happening right now, which means there’s a lot of grief that’s being released in order to create space for new energy to come in.

Regardless, shadow work can be a trying and overwhelming experience, especially if you don’t know what the fuck is actually going on, so I wanted to offer some resources to help you on this journey.

My Deconstructing Shadow Work E-Book: This is a 68-page e-book I created that dives into the nitty-gritty about the shadow and shadow work, as well as how to work with it in a way that benefits you.

This e-book includes the following:

I. Introduction

Definition of shadow work
Why shadow work is important

II. Understanding the Shadow

What is the shadow?
Who is Carl Jung?
How the shadow is formed
The three levels of the mind

III. Identifying Your Shadow

How to recognize your shadow
Common ways that the shadow manifests
The shadow's defense mechanisms
Parental wounds and healing tips
The shadow’s connection to your nervous system
Emotional regulation tips
The importance of self-awareness

IV. Shadow Work Techniques

Journaling
Inner Child Work
Active Imagination
Forgiveness
Astrology Insights

V. Working with Specific Shadows

Common shadow archetypes
How to work with specific shadows
Case examples and exercises

VI. Integrating the Shadow

The benefits of integrating the shadow
How to integrate the shadow
The importance of ongoing shadow work

VII. Additional Resources

(Just a reminder that I am not a licensed therapist or mental health professional, and this guide is not meant to take the place of therapy or other mental health services. This is simply an additional resource and tool to aid in your healing journey.)

A Shadow Chart Reading: During this reading (either live on Zoom or recorded and emailed to you), I’ll go over shadow aspects of your astrological birth chart that will help shed some light on where your blind spots and challenges are, as well as any karmic and behavioral patterns or cycles you’re carrying out through this lifetime.

A 1:1 Card Reading: This is a 60-min card reading on Zoom that will focus on any general themes or areas that you choose. You will have the option to record the session for your archives. As always, I focus on what’s getting in your way, so if there’s an aspect of your life that you’re not paying attention to and needs to be addressed, believe that I will bring it up.

As always, I also do quick guidance on IG Live each week for those who are unable to financially invest in a service at this time, and you’re always welcome to join. Keep an eye on my IG Stories for details on date and time each week.

Remember, you don’t have to journey through your personal underworld alone.