s. 2 ep. 20 coping with good and bad memories while healing from divorce & annulment

In this episode of The Whole Half Podcast, I delve into the intricate process of dealing with both good and bad memories that can resurface unexpectedly, leading to overwhelming pain and the tendency to isolate oneself from the world. I offer practical steps and strategies to effectively navigate these challenging moments and emerge stronger. Key Points Covered: Handling Good Memories: 1. Feel it: the body will keep the score if you keep it in. 2. Have compassion toward yourself: you did the best you could with what you had. 3. Reflection & integration: choose what comes with you into the future. Handling Bad Memories: 1. Get Safe: stop the bleeding. 2. Get Still: ground yourself to the present moment so you can go forward from here, not backward. 3. Get Clear: understanding what just happened so you have the power, you don't feel like you're at the mercy of the moment. 4. Get Open: decide if this is something you want to work to rewire. Is this something you want to live the rest of your life avoiding? Why Listen: Gain valuable insights and practical strategies for effectively coping with both good and bad memories. Learn how to navigate the emotional complexities of memory resurfacing with grace and self-compassion. Feel empowered to embrace the healing journey and connect with others who may be experiencing similar challenges. How to Connect with me: Follow on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠@whollybananna⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join my ⁠⁠⁠⁠email list⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out my ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to my ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠ Resources: ⁠15 Practices to Cultivate Peace FREEBIE ⁠Apply to work with me 1:1⁠ ⁠Love Reloaded Workshop access⁠ Connect with the Community: Join the wholly community on ⁠Instagram⁠ to share your own experiences and connect with others on similar journeys. Support the Show: If you found this episode valuable, please consider leaving a review/giving it 5-stars and sharing it with a friend who might benefit from this content.