The reflection encourages individuals to explore their hidden strengths, often masked by shame or fear of judgment. Carl Jung's concept of the "shadow" highlights how these traits, considered weaknesses, can actually be sources of power. Embracing these qualities leads to personal integration and fulfillment. The narrative suggests a guided exercise of visualization to discover and honor these hidden aspects, which can enhance one's life immensely when acknowledged and utilized.
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More Than Words: The Use of Texture and Expression in Visual Journaling (part 4 of my journaling journey)
Visual journaling encourages self-expression without the need for artistic talent. It allows individuals to process emotions using sketches, symbols, and textures. Drawing can be spontaneous and liberating, serving as a personal and private space for reflection. The author aims to inspire creativity while exploring emotions through this personal practice.
Visual Journaling: an example from my journal.
Morag Noffke's post discusses the therapeutic benefits of visual journaling, emphasizing its role in connecting with one's inner self during challenging times. She reflects on her personal experiences, including a drawing of her daughter's cats that served as a reminder to prioritize her feelings. Noffke encourages others to explore visual journaling as a means of self-expression and personal growth.
On My Morning Walk
WalkingMy morning walkConstitutionalMy emotions And bodyEngaging in And absorbing The gifts of earth and skyButterflies emergingDelicately flittingOn streams of airFeathers scatteredRandomly dropping From no where In flight. Fish breakThe water's surface Water ploppingSplashingIn responseI am grateful A few years ago I used share my poetry on Saturdays. I want to get back into that habit. … Continue reading On My Morning Walk
Dialog
Soul Poem: dialogClose your eyesBreathe inBreathe outIn and outListen to the rushing of the windOr the cars go past.Listen to the gurgle of the brookOr the child laugh.Listen to a little play.Soul says: here I am, I am here.Body says:here I am, I am here. Triune is: body mind and soulTriune is: me myself and … Continue reading Dialog
Time for a change
Anyone who drives a manual car will understand it becomes obvious when it's time to change gears. When one is a learner driver it might happen that the gears are revving high before the learner realizes it's time to change. And sometimes in life we keep going in high revs because we are not attuned … Continue reading Time for a change
31 things that make me happy.
List 30 things that make you happy. Connection makes me happy. Connection means a lot to me, whether it is connection with others, with me, with Spirit, with nature, with ideas or objects. I see the world through connections and I organize my world through connections. It is because of this drive for connections that … Continue reading 31 things that make me happy.
What Brings Me Peace
What brings you peace? What is true peace? Not the type of peace attained By placating, eating, or addiction Dulling the senses in senseless ways. These to me are fleeting states. What brings me peace Lies within Grace Good relationships with those I love, Those in my Community, with the Earth and God above. If … Continue reading What Brings Me Peace
Joy in the Journey
Let your joy be in your journey - not in some distant goal. Tim Cook In your journey: May you be blessed with joy May your heart be filled with gratitude May Joy sustain your journey as you head for your goal and the product of your goal be your final reward.
Friday Comfort:
There is a powerful connection between our emptiness and our ability to welcome it. Henri Nouwen. Friday used to be family day in our home but now it is our friendship day. Whatever brings you joy I hope that you will experience those comforts; be it family, friends, or some special ritual that uplifts and … Continue reading Friday Comfort:
Morag Noffke 