by Elisabeth | May 27, 2020 | Recovery
I often talk about the grounded adult self and the importance of connecting with it for healing. But many survivors don’t believe they have a grounded adult self. It is understandable why they would feel that way. After childhood trauma, it can seem like we live in...
by Elisabeth | Mar 6, 2019 | Freedom Fighters, Recovery, Relationships
I have been working through some contracts with my family of origin lately. I have some very scared inner parts who believe that breaking these contracts will lead to an extremely painful life or even death. And they are pushing back with sabotage, insomnia,...
by Elisabeth | Mar 7, 2018 | Defenders, Freedom Fighters, Recovery
I have been working with my goddess for the last few months and it’s been intense. Throughout this journey, I have noticed the power to take me down is directly proportional to the power of the inner part. And while my defenses have always been a struggle, they have...
by Elisabeth | Aug 2, 2017 | Defenders, Freedom Fighters
Our rebellious inner freedom fighters are absolutely critical to our success as human beings. They exist despite horrific experiences that taught us to conform and seek approval no matter what the cost to our integrity. They are the keepers of our true selves. They...
by Elisabeth | Jul 12, 2017 | Parenting
Over the past few years, I have come to understand I have lived an expendable life. Before you lecture me, I want to be clear that I don’t believe my life has been for nothing. I mean I have lived a life that was expendable to others. The people in my childhood saw...