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137 How to Heal From Sorrow and Grief Part 4 with Heather Stringer
Apr 17, 2023
Heather Stringer, an expert in creating healing rituals, joins the podcast to discuss the transformative power of ritual in healing from grief and trauma. They explore symbols of self-discovery and personal growth, emphasize the role of witnesses and community in accepting and integrating past experiences, and encourage listeners to heed their inner wisdom for clarity and alignment.
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- The use of ritual can be a powerful tool for processing and healing from traumatic experiences, allowing individuals to release emotions and find a path forward in relationships.
- Rituals can provide a sense of belonging, strength, and comfort in difficult times, creating bonds of support and solidarity, and emotionally preparing individuals for challenges ahead.
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Rituals as Healing: Moving through Trauma through Rituals
In this podcast episode, Heather Stringer shares an example of a ritual she conducted to help a woman heal from the trauma of sexual assault. The ritual involved going into the forest with friends and allowing the woman to give voice to her rage. Through symbolic actions and movements, she was able to release the harm and violation she had experienced. The ritual culminated in a shift from expressing rage to embodying peaceful warrior, resulting in a profound release and a subsequent ability to move forward in relationships. This example highlights the importance of ritual as a way to process and heal from traumatic experiences.
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