Hello 👋there, welcome to Mimi’s creative mind💓, we have explored some interesting topics to since the beginning of this month under seperation and this week is not going to be any different but this particular form of seperation is very important, you cannot only disconnect from things and people you can also disconnect from yourself…how you might ask…read through and find out.
Have you ever been a victim of trauma?, Have you experienced a painful loss that had made you feel absent from life itself?. Sometimes you feel no one understands how you feel, or you don’t even understand it yourself. This write up is for you. WHAT IS SEPERATION FROM SELF?
Separation from self is the greatest form of separation, the disconnection we feel on the inside that is far worse than the opinion of a bad friend like we examined last week. This internal division may be as a result of societal expectations that you cannot uphold, personal conflicts, or unresolved emotions. It is a sense of alienation, inner turmoil, and difficulty in understanding one’s true desires and values.
Separation from oneself refers to a psychological or emotional state where an individual feels disconnected or detached from their authentic identity, values, or true emotions and a struggle to understand or express their genuine self.
Here are some signs of disconnection from one’s self:
1. Lack of Authenticity: Feeling like you’re wearing a mask or pretending to be someone you’re not in different aspects of your life, and you know deep down that you’re better than what you claim to potray but you’re not bold enough to put the real you on display.
2. Emotional Numbness: Experiencing a general lack of emotion or feeling emotionally numb, as if you’re detached from your own feelings,things that should bother you or mean much to you no longer mean a thing to you.
3. Loss of Passion: Losing interest or passion for activities that used to bring joy and fulfillment, things you used to love doing you just feel nonchalant about them.
4. Constant Stress or Anxiety: Persistent stress or anxiety without a clear cause, possibly stemming from inner conflicts or unaddressed emotions.
5. Conflict with Values:Engaging in behaviors that go against your core values, causing internal discord.
others include… disconnected relationships.
But there are solutions,reconnecting with yourself involves intentional efforts and self-reflection. Here are some ways to rekindle that connection:
1. Seek God first : Psalms 121:1-2:I look up to the mountains and hills, longing for God’s help. But then I realize that our true help and protection is only from the Lord, our Creator who made the heavens and the earth. God isn’t just there for you when you’re going through a spiritual challenge or when you need to buy Christmas clothes or pay for your final year project, he’s also there when you’re at your lowest and you feel no one else will understand your standpoint, guess what?he does speak to him like you’re doing to a friend,clear and open minded.
2. Mindfulness and meditation : Practice mindfulness to be present in the moment, and meditation to quiet your mind and explore your inner thoughts and feelings, do this consistently not just when you remember it.
3. Journaling: Write down your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Journaling can help you gain insight into your own mind and identify patterns or concerns, this personally helps me it makes me align my thoughts and actions right.
4. Self-discovery activities : Engage in activities that promote self-discovery, such as exploring new hobbies, taking personality assessments, or trying new experiences, this will kindle those “lost hobbies”.
5. Set boundaries: Establish clear boundaries to protect your time, energy, and values. Saying “no” when necessary is crucial for maintaining a healthy connection with yourself.
6. Limit distraction: “distractions are side attractions that sidelines your attention from your original intention”. Reduce screen time and minimize external distractions. Create space for quiet reflection and contemplation.
7. Practice self compassion:Be kind to yourself. Acknowledge and accept your imperfections, and treat yourself with the same kindness you would offer a friend. Love yourself
Remember, reconnecting with yourself is a gradual but continuous process, and it’s okay to seek support from God firstly and lost importantly also christain friends, family along the way, they’ll help you.
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