𝖆 𝖇𝖆𝖇𝖞 𝖜𝖎𝖙𝖈𝖍 𝖌𝖗𝖎𝖒𝖔𝖎𝖗𝖊

An Intro to Shadow Work

Have you ever heard witches or spiritual folks talk about shadow work? Ever wondered what it is or wanted to give it a try, but never knew where to start? 

Shadow work can essentially be therapy, but a DIY version. You're asking hard-hitting questions and giving yourself a space to answer them honestly. It doesn't all have to be hard - some people use shadow work as a way to improve their gratitude, to manifest things into their life, and for many other things. You can do it every day, once a week, once a month, or anywhere in between. Just try to find what works for you and your lifestyle. Here are a few questions to get you started. 

- How do you think other people see you? How are your answers possibly reflections of how you view yourself?

- When was the last time you felt let down? Why did you feel that way? 

- What part of your life is the most important to you? Why?

- What are some of the worst character traits you think a person can have? Do you share any of these traits? If so, how do you feel about that?

- What is something that triggers you? What does that stem from? 

- What comforts you when you are feeling triggered or upset? Why? 

- Who do you envy the most? Why do you envy them? What in your own life do you think you should be more appreciative of?

- What person has hurt you most in your life? Would you ever be willing to forgive them? Why or why not? Write them a letter telling them everything you would say to them. 

- What is something other people say to you that upsets you? Does it remind you of something from your past? How do you think you can overcome that? 

- What is something that you have walked away from that turned out to be a good decision? Why was it a good decision? Did you make the right choice?

- What frightens you the most? Can you think of a way you can safely expose yourself to it? Do you think that would help you?

- What is a misconception people may have about you? How does that make you feel?

- What is something you deeply regret? Will you be able to forgive yourself for it? Remember that you deserve compassion and respect, even when you make mistakes. Think of who you were at the time, and remind yourself that you did your best at the time. Reflect on how you've changed since that event or situation. 

- Who is someone in your life who regularly upsets you? What do they do that is so upsetting? Why do you think it upsets you? 

- Is there a relationship or person in your life that isn't good for you? Maybe it feels obligatory or uncomfortable? Maybe you feel like you put in too much work for too little in return or you don't feel safe around them? Do you think maybe it's time to let go of what no longer serves you? 

- What do you most dislike about yourself? Why do you think that way? If someone you loved came to you and said they didn't like that think about themselves, how would you respond to them? Give yourself that same kindness. 

- How could you be better to yourself right now? Would making a change benefit you? What changes would you be willing to make? 

- What do you dislike most about your parents? Do you see those traits or characteristics in yourself? How do you feel about that?