The Importance of Healing Trauma for Spiritual Awakening

There is nothing more important to our spiritual awakening than healing trauma. This is the trauma that we often overlook or minimize in our lives. When we delve deeply into our healing process, we find these lingering layers of trauma quite challenging to clear. In this post, I will describe a few of these layers and offer ways to release them.

Understanding Trauma and Its Layers

The Trauma of Living as a Human on Earth

Living on Earth is tough. Compared to other dimensions our souls have experienced, this life can feel very dense. We often feel a disconnection from Source energy. In my past life regression (QHHT) sessions, clients reveal that they have lived many lives where they were more connected to their spiritual essence. Here on Earth, remembering who we are can be incredibly challenging. Trauma fundamentally contributes to our feeling of separation from spirit, making it one of the biggest obstacles in awakening to our true selves.

The Weight of Normal Life Trauma

A different, but considerable form of trauma comes from our daily experiences. This encompasses all the issues we often seek therapy for: abuse, neglect, emotional disconnection, and the feeling of not being good enough. These experiences can weigh heavily on our sweet souls, which struggle to defend against such negativity. Being born innocent doesn’t shield us from the cruelty of the world. Reversing and healing from these challenges is no small task.

Healing Trauma: The Role of Shame

Imagine being innocent and sweet at your core. You were born that way, after all. But somewhere along the way, you were shamed. Whether it was for being too emotional or just being different, those childhood experiences hurt. Kids can be cruel, teasing you for your quirks or mistakes. You internalized that shame and have attempted to either overcome it or hide it ever since. Unfortunately, shame has a way of reinforcing itself. Often, we feel ashamed just for feeling shame. This cycle can be a clue to begin your healing journey.

The Path to Healing

The most important way to heal this trauma is by nurturing the inner child that feels hurt. You might think, “Why should Billy, who teased me in first grade, still affect me today?” But that inner first grader holds on to that pain. When you rejected a part of yourself in response to Billy’s taunts, you locked in the trauma with shame. Perhaps you were too ashamed to cry back then; that lack of release can lead to a lifetime of carrying those burdens.

Your adult self may find it silly to cry over a childhood taunt, but remember: a traumatized first grader is still within you. You must offer this inner child the love it needs to heal and release that pain.

Healing Trauma Through Hypnosis

In my work with past life regression hypnotherapy, I often regress individuals to confront their past trauma, whether from childhood or previous lives. Reliving those painful memories brings them out of hiding. This is essential for healing. Energy healing becomes much more effective when we expose our wounds. While no one wants to show their scars, it's vital for true healing.

You can release trauma, even deeply entrenched scars, if you allow yourself to feel. Yes, it can be intense at times, but sitting in that pain for a lifetime is far worse.

Healing Trauma Exercise: Connecting with Your Inner Child

When negative emotions arise, take a moment to pause. Instead of reacting, ask yourself, “How old is the inner child feeling this emotion?” Close your eyes and visualize your adult self meeting this child. Imagine sitting together in the child’s room.

Introduce yourself gently: “I am you, but now I’m [your age]. I’m sorry I left you here. It was too painful for me to stay.” Share your life experiences since then, reflecting on your growth. Create excitement: “I can travel on airplanes all by myself!” or “I have my own apartment now!”

Chances are, your inner child will see you as a superhero. Allow the child to join you on this journey. Don’t force it; you may encounter resistance or mistrust. If met with a “NO,” respect that and remain consistent in your love.

When you receive a “YES,” embrace the child. Visualize the child sitting on your lap, feeling integrated into your body. Revel in the vitality and wonder this connection brings. Allow emotions to surface—crying is healing.

The Power of Integration

The experience of integrating your traumatized inner child can be profound. Your sweet soul will overflow with gratitude, overshadowing trauma and shame. This deep healing process is not just a step, but a transformation that leads toward spiritual awakening.

Overall, healing trauma is a journey that requires time, patience, and self-love. Embrace your inner child, confront your past, and remember, your healing is key to awakening your true spiritual essence.