Think of how effective it is to ignore a toddler - it isn't. Toddlers need lots of love, naps and snacks. So do the inner parts of our worlds that we think are "bad." What does "feeding" your shadow part "snacks" look like? It might look like: Listening to crime podcasts Watching horror movies Writing what you're really thinking Drawing what you're really feeling Putting on music and jumping around Taking naps when you "should" be productive Play therapy Giving yourself permission to stay in pajamas for the day "Shadow snacks" are NOT the same thing as catharsis. And shadow snacks aren't "trauma p0rn" - it's not about getting off on someone else's pain. This practice is NOT about huge releases of energy. It's about creating containment and safety so ALL parts of our inner worlds feel seen and heard. "Shadow snacks" are about listening to the needs and wants of EVERY part of your inner system with curiosity and compassion instead of shame and judgment. Everyone likes snacks. This includes our shadow parts. 🍿🍪🍭

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