Shadow Work: The Art of Radical Self-Aceptance - E8

23/01/2025 13 min

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Have you ever felt like something was missing, even after all your achievements? No matter how much you grow, is there still a part of yourself that you are avoiding? In this episode of Her Second Stage, Hilda gently guides you through the transformative process of shadow work—the practice of exploring the parts of yourself you've hidden, suppressed, or judged.The practice is about more than personal growth. It’s about becoming whole.You’ll learn how your shadow is formed, why it’s not something to fear, and how it holds untapped potential—your creativity, your passion, your truth. Through personal stories, profound insights, and practical tools, Hilda helps you start the journey of radical self-acceptance and healing.Whether you’ve been triggered lately, stuck in emotional patterns, or simply yearning for more authenticity, this episode is your invitation to reconnect with the truth of who you are.You’ll learn:How the shadow self develops—and why it’s not “bad”Why emotional triggers are a mirror into your inner worldWhat’s really hiding behind perfectionism, overachievement, or people-pleasing6 practical tools for starting your shadow work journey (journaling, mindfulness, creativity)How to embrace every part of yourself with compassion and curiosityThis isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about realizing you were never broken at all.Timestamps00:00 What Is Shadow Work?01:38 Why We Hide Parts of Ourselves03:06 Jung’s Definition of the Shadow05:02 The Real Benefits of Shadow Work07:34 Six Steps to Begin08:54 Radical Honesty and Self-Inquiry09:55 Triggers and the Mirror Effect10:41 Finding Support and Safe Spaces11:39 Using Art to Express the Shadow12:31 Why You’re Not Broken—You’re Becoming WholeFind your tools and community at www.hersecondstage.comConnect and Follow Hilda for Daily Inspiration:Website: https://www.hersecondstage.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HerSecondStageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hersecondstage/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/search?lang=en&q=her%20second%20stageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568769698849LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilda-lunderstedt-7730794a/Podlink: https://pod.link/1780867494YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbqHjmEh4_0cFx9aFgucr5bxnQxTZaDrhsisterhood, women healing, feminine leadership, female empowerment, midlife women, shadow work, emotional triggers, inner healing, self-compassion, identity integrationMentions:Existential Kink by Carolyn Elliott

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