In our daily routine and fast paced life, we had no time to think about anything other than how and when do I finish the next task on hand. What does this shadow side seek? What is this shadow self we are talking about? Robert A Johnson says, " The shadow is comprised largely of elements of our nature - our repressed sexuality, fears, frailties, secret desires and so on that we have rejected for various reasons and as such have been effectively split off, forming a type of secondary personality that emerges under certain conditions like stress, anxiety, strong emotions and anything involving sudden changes." Our shadow self emerges and it seems so real and larger than the self. The worst challenge is confronting with the self, the side of ours that creeps from within in to the external, taking us by total surprise. This is a time where we need to build on our compassion for self and others, be emphatic towards family members as they too are going through their own challenges. The anxiety of what is happening in the world around us is one thing but what is coming from within is another that needs to be handled. The above are just some of the statements that were expressed. Can't believe we've been married for 8 long years." "I can't believe I can have such thoughts, no this is not me." Those living on their own with no other distractions like movies, malls and parties are feeling lonely. Stories of confrontations with family members and most importantly confrontation with the self is leaving individuals stressed, anxious and depressed. Sounds great, doesn't it? Not really, the calls I have been receiving talk of another story. Social distancing means more time to ourselves, more time with family members. “You don't find light by avoiding the darkness.”
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