WATCH: The Power of Your Shadow

A channeled message about the shadow and shadow work.

Everyone wants to be the saint, but refuse to learn from the sinner.

Those of you who have followed my work know that a lot of my practice stems from a deep journey of navigating the shadow.

The shadow is a term used in psychology to describe the parts of ourselves that we keep hidden from ourselves and others. These are often aspects of ourselves that we deem unacceptable or shameful, such as anger, jealousy, or selfishness (the shadow is made up of both positive and negative traits, but it is often associated with negative qualities).

The term was coined by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, who believed that the shadow is an essential part of the human psyche and that acknowledging and integrating it is crucial for personal growth and wholeness. He argued that denying or ignoring the shadow can lead to psychological problems, such as anxiety, depression, and a lack of self-awareness.

So much of my experience was becoming very well-acquainted with my shadow and the parts of myself that were deemed unworthy or shameful. With all of the “good girl” conditioning that was deeply embedded in my bones (whether from religion, cultural background or societal expectations), shadow work became a very uncomfortable yet liberating rite of passage.

A channeled message concerning the shadow came through recently, and I immediately felt called to voice record what was coming up in order to share it with whoever may need to hear the message.

The main takeaway is that shadow work is actually a deepening of love unlike anything else. It is the palpable evidence of how time, effort, energy and consideration are cornerstones to love, and that love is proven by the fact that you would be so willing to devote yourself to something that would seem easier to abandon.

Because if you’re actively trying to love your Self, you’re already proving that you do.

If you’d like some tools and resources to assist in deepening your understanding of shadow work, check out my Deconstructing Shadow Work e-book and Shadow Work journal with prompt questions meant to help you dig into your shadow.

Xo