The unconscious self, hides in the shadows of our eternal sun within the solar plexus chakra. The shadow is often referred to as a person’s dark side. This aspect of the unconscious self may be hidden, but it holds the insights we need to blossom.

Just as a seed holds the potential of the flower so does the shadow hold the potential of the self. The shadows of the self often stem from our early life experiences. If we experienced trauma, neglect, abuse, or were told generational stories that held deep wounds, they often become a part of our identity. Similarly, life experiences of joy, love and compassion and ancestral stories of strength and endurance can instill resilience and hope hidden within the unconscious self.

To awaken we must become conscious of what we are hiding. By seeing the shadow self without judgment, past wounds can be healed and transformed. Our hidden gifts of creative expression and resilience can be revealed and celebrated as the true self becomes fully known and seen.

The sacral chakra encourages us to embrace who are and who we wish to be. If we find ourself hiding aspects of ourselves based on fear, now is the time to explore why. Be gentle yet strong as you shed light on yourself. This is a time a claiming our self as a person of power and peace.

Message: Make peace with our shadows by seeing why they are there and what can learn from them. We have the courage, confidence and compassion we need to see the insights they hold. Trust that we are now ready to release any fear or anxiety that we are not good enough or strong enough. This is a time of new beginnings and an opportunity to heal what we thought was impossible. These insights will move us forward with a renewed sense of clarity and purpose.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” – Carl Jung 

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