Bibliotherapy, Somatic intervention and your own Inner Wisdom
Bibliotherapy, somatic intervention and inner wisdom
Books
No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz
This book helps the reader to acknowledge the past and the parts of self that have been alienated. We have learned in childhood to disown parts of ourselves. This can create problems for us internally and interpersonally later on in life. It can cause us to get stuck and reject ourselves and others. These deeply held hurts or beliefs are frozen in time and need to be updated and healed if we are to live a richer and more authentic life.
The Brain at rest by Joseph Jebelli
A fascinating and freeing read. If you find yourself feeling unnecessarily guilty when not "productive", this is a "must read".
When the past is present David Richo
Understanding what happened is sometimes key to understanding what's happening now.
Somatic Intervention
Movement is very helpful but needless to say when we do not feel well we often do not have much energy so it is important to pace yourself and choose wisely. This is a slow and comforting yoga practice that could be a gentle starter activity if you are struggling.
- Mindful movement is about slowing down and feeling into every part of ourselves. This can be mindful sitting, doing dishes or walking.... the only thing you need to do is experience it.
- Go into a space where you can be alone and have privacy. What does your body need today. Do you need to lie down, sit down, stretch? If your body could speak to you, what would it say. Where in your body needs attention most.
Choose from one of the following positions:
Ragdoll-bend at the hips and hang your body and head like a ragdoll.
or
Lie down on your back and take up as much room as you possible can or need.
or
Choose some position you know yourself that helps you, the fetal position, child's pose......
Only when you are ready should you leave this position and space.