SHADOW WORK

September is the shadow of summer and the last breath of the season.

As the sun sets on summer, the transition naturally invites inward reflection and emotional release, grounding us with the promise of cozy days ahead.

Shadow work means looking into the hidden parts of ourselves, examining those buried aspects, and bringing them into the light. By pulling what we’ve suppressed into conscious awareness, we welcome authenticity, compassion, and empathy—not only for ourselves, but for others.

When we heal these shadows, our inner child awakens, reviving our innate capacity for joy, wonder, and creativity.

If you are reflecting today, consider these questions:

What did you love to create as a child, or what unique hobby did you have? Why did you stop?

What did you need to feel safe or loved back then? Do you still need those things today?