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The Place We Find Ourselves

134 How to Heal from Sorrow and Grief Part 3

Mar 13, 2023
Explore the importance of rituals in healing sorrow and grief, incorporating symbolism and personalized experiences. Learn how rituals can involve witnesses and the power of emotional connection. Discover the effectiveness of rituals in reconnecting with discarded parts of your story and embracing unfelt emotions.
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  • Moving our bodies in rituals is an effective way to heal sorrow and grief, providing containment and release for deep emotions.
  • Rituals create a safe and holding space for the full expression of emotions, allowing individuals to feel deeply and release what has been buried.

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Condition for Healing: Moving our Bodies in Rituals

Moving our bodies in rituals is the fourth condition for healing sorrow and grief. A ritual is a sequence of bodily movements and symbolic actions performed with emotion and intention for healing and transformation. Rituals involve symbolic objects and actions that hold meaning. The presence of witnesses is important in rituals, as they create a container for the expression of deep emotions. Rituals provide containment and release for grief, allowing the body to fully express emotions that words may not capture. Rituals also offer a connection to others and God, facilitating healing through connection.

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