The Silent Hero in Healing

In the profound journey toward nervous system restoration, there is a silent hero who stands tall, casting a transformative light upon the path toward recovery. It’s called courage. As your healing mentor, let me unravel the significance of courage in the intricate tapestry of healing, especially when it comes to nurturing and balancing the delicate dance of the nervous system.

In the realm of healing, there lies a challenge—a journey into the depths of the unseen and unfelt. The nervous system, a complex web of intricacies, often harbors uncharted territories of sensations, pain, trauma, unprocessed emotions, and implicit memories. It takes immense courage to turn our gaze inward, confronting the shadows that linger in the recesses of our neural landscape.

Healing demands a willingness to be vulnerable, and to acknowledge our wounds and scars with an open heart. It is the courage to expose the tender layers of our physical and emotional landscape, fostering an environment where the nervous system can gradually unclench, releasing the grip of past traumas.

Nervous system healing necessitates an intimate dance with many internal players who can become good partners

Fear, a potent force that can echo through our nervous system, often acts as a barrier to healing. Courage serves as a guiding light, allowing us to confront fear head-on, yet gently. Acknowledging fear as a conditioned response in need of nurturance can help reduce the feelings of fear, that are so often overwhelming. Through courageous exploration, we dismantle the protective walls of anxiety and create space for the nervous system to recalibrate into the safety of this present moment.

Nervous system healing necessitates an intimate dance with many internal players who can become good partners. It is the courage to feel safe to feel, to experience the ebb and flow of sensations without judgment or suppression. Your vagus nerve is the key player here, it helps you apply the brakes, to slow down what is arising, reducing overwhelm and the overpowering force of emotional flashbacks. This allows time to re-regulate and restore safety to the nervous system. Feeling one has control to feel, helps embrace the full spectrum of our physical and emotional landscape, at a pace that works for the individual. Providing the nervous system with the freedom to integrate, express, and release the energy of activation.

With a gentle touch and a kind word to oneself, healing calls upon courageous self-compassion. Having the courage to treat and soothe our inner selves with compassion paves a path for nervous system regulation. It is an act of acknowledging the inherent worthiness of the self, fostering an environment where healing can begin to flourish.

Stepping into the unknown, venturing beyond the familiar boundaries of our survival zones. It’s the courage to explore new modalities, practices, and perspectives that might challenge our preconceived notions, allowing the nervous system to contract, expand, and adapt.

Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries is both an act of courage and self-compassion. It is the ability to say yes to ourselves and no when needed. Honoring our limits and creating a protective space for the nervous system to recalibrate, recover, and find equilibrium.

Navigating the terrain of forgiveness takes courage, for us and for others

Navigating the terrain of forgiveness takes courage, for us and for others. This profound act of liberation for the nervous system helps to release the burdens that weigh heavily on our neural pathways, hearts, and souls.

The presence of connection—with oneself and others amplifies healing

The presence of connection—with oneself and others amplifies healing. It takes courage to reach out, to share our vulnerabilities, and to allow others to witness our journey. Through these connections, the nervous system finds solace in support and co-regulation.

Finally, the essence of healing lies in cultivating courage as a lifelong ally. It’s an ongoing process of facing challenges with intelligent resilience, embracing growth with an open heart, and allowing courage to be the guiding force that illuminates the path to a healed nervous system.

“Courage doesn’t happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life.”― Shannon L. Alder For me that question was ‘Will I ever be free?’ in turning toward the nervous system I found the answer I never thought possible.

In the dance of healing, let courage be your trusted companion, guiding you through the labyrinth of Cptsd and the nervous system’s intricacies. Embrace the transformative power of courage, and watch as it weaves a narrative of resilience, strength, and profound restoration.

Are you aware of how courageous you already are and have been? 

With Courage and Compassion,

From you Healing Mentor

Roseanne

 

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