Shadow side

The Shadow Self. (Click to take a free Shadow Self Test).

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(NOTE: I felt guided to write this because shame and the shadow side are a daily theme in my conversations with clients and with loved ones — as well as in my own inner dialogue. We often feel…

A series inspired by Carl Jung and his theory of the shadow self. Click here to see the full series “To confront a person with his shadow is to show him his own light. Once one has experienced a few times what it is like to stand judgingly between the opposites, one begins to understand what is meant by the self. Anyone who perceives his shadow and his light simultaneously sees himself from two sides and thus gets in the middle”. - Carl Jung

Each of us has a shadow self, a part of us that we suppress and hide away from our conscious living. The shadow self is separate from our unconscious, but is a part of it. We often behave and act i…

Hunger pangs Cravings For connection Reaching out To an inner light Remembering A heart That beats Cherishing The sacred Essence of Self Holding Life In my hands Breathing in Presence Gently. © …

Our shadow selves are those dark and mysterious places within us that we have refused to shine the “light” on, for one reason or another. The human shadow contains every thought, feeling, desire, and personality trait that we have rejected or suppressed. Consider this test an initiation into the shadow work path if you haven't entered it already. No matter what result you get, it's always crucial to incorporate some level of shadow work into your life and spiritual awakening journey. What is…

“a Legal kiss is never as good as a Stolen one.” ― G. M. V.

Explore the "shadow side" of each Zodiac sign—its negative traits offer opportunities for growth and self-awareness, embracing the duality within us all.