Once upon a time, I was feeling horrid.
I walked into therapy and told Mr. T that I wanted to die.
We tried talking about what was bothering me but I just couldn't express it.
I was starting to shut down, and Mr. T knew it.
So we took a different approach.
What I'm about to describe is called "somatic experiencing."
It sounds really weird, (and it kinda is) but it works.
Quite simply, you just walk through an experience in your mind and then your body reaps the benefits.
At least that's how it's been for me.
Mr. T talked me through it. I closed my eyes and he had me picture the me I'd be in a few months. I just watched her for awhile. Then I went to meet "me" in five years. Dang that girl is neat. I observed her for awhile. Then we had a nice chit-chat. I asked her some questions, she gave me a hug and assured me that I'd make it-she would know! Afterwards, I went back and talked to "me" in a few months and let her know what she needed to know.
By the time I opened my eyes, the pain in my chest was gone.
I had answers.
And they came from ME!
It was a very empowering feeling, one that I've worked hard not to lose.
YOU are the best person to get answers for YOU.
Sometimes we need guidance, someone to "hold the space for us," but never underestimate the power that YOU have.
