How to do Shadow Work on Yourself [Warning: Very Powerful]

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One phrase that you said - Giving a voice to those parts of yourself - triggered a new understanding in me. I've been doing shadow work for a while now, gone deep to the levels I didn't know existed (Shadow kinda implies that, not seen :D). But that new understanding hit me deep and I felt like I actually want to see all the dark parts, I want to give them the spotlight, I actually want to be with them and I do love them. It was a really emotional moment and I feel so grateful for being here on this Earth having so much shadow to see and love.

Hello Alex! I’m new to shadow work and appreciate your content on this. I started writing earlier this year, unaware of what shadow work was and how to do it. It’s been an extremely powerful tool to have for intentional healing. I’m diving deeper and looking for resources and a sense of community and inclusiveness for those that are also wanting to explore shadow work.

Thank you for addressing the fact that we ARE walking through life doing our work in our respective bodies, despite the idea of non-duality that rings so true at times. I sometimes get stuck in the trap of thinking that spiritual work (and I guess being my authentic self) is incompatible with being able to satisfy the apparent needs of the world around me. It can be hard to see a path to freedom other than the obvious extreme of dropping all attachments and adopting a monastic lifestyle. This is the kind of work anyone can do to free themselves one step at a time, no matter their life situation. Practical and actionable advice..thanks for sharing!

With your particular style of conveying this message, I was able to grasp what you were sharing through images and reflections of moments in my life that appeared as you spoke.. It all made logical sense and really resonated from down deep so I'll continue on this dark night of the soul. peace and thanks

Alex, your Videos are truly unique in terms of healing and nonduality. amazing work, thanks! :)

This is by far the most understandable video on shadow work! I've been looking for almost 2 years & no one ever gives a direct answer or guidance! Do I write the negative things I have thought or past negative impacts during my life or just be in the moment & write my thoughts & feelings? Thank You for this! Many blessings, love & light to you brother!🙏💜

I would only encourage this worknwothba therapist. Ive been meditating for 13 years, attained states even monks wouldnt yet when i done shadow work on myself within weeks i had dug up some very nasty sides of myself that i was not prepared for. My therapist helps on another level altogether

I was just wondering why I get obsessive thoughts all the time and stumbled across this video. Thank you Alex. I look forward to doing this shadow work strategy.

I appreciate so much your sharing Alex! Blessings

It's that guy again!😉 Good balanced advice, that I for one can attest too. Thanks Alex.

1 where do I feel tension in the body and any other places of discomfort? 2. Write 5 minutes non judgementally 3. Write down the answer on "what if?"

thank you

I have several permanent situations that cause me severe triggers. How can simply writing my feelings can help me ? Will it take me much longer than usual? Do I start writing down as soon as a trigger hits ? Then what happens after I release my shadows will my actual situations physically change or I just feel more at peace living with it ? Sorry for all these questions I hope you can answer all of them 😊 Thank you in advance!

I have been doing shadow work journaling & inner child healing since 10 days. Since 2 days now my body feels tired & sleepy! Why is that?

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Hi, What do you mean with:"journal for the character".

Why do we need to create a new story with “what if?” Why can’t we just further abandon all stories. Creating a new “what if” just sets you up for disappointment and another cycle of shadow work when that thing doesn’t come true.