The Most Gentle Way to Get Started on a Healing Journey
Embarking on a healing journey can be terrifying. We often find ourselves yearning for change, yet paralyzed by the fear of what that change might entail. It’s this very fear that keeps us stuck, preventing us from moving forward and healing. The uncertainty of where our healing journey will take us, and the unknown emotions we might need to confront and heal along the way, can be overwhelming. Although we say we want to heal, sometimes the fear of what healing will look like stops us in our tracks.
My own healing journey began many years ago when I first read Conversations With God by Neale Donald Walsch. That book was a catalyst for a profound paradigm shift within me, allowing me to see the world through a new lens. I was in my early 20s then, and what followed over the last 30 years was a subconscious gravitation towards channeled texts. There was something about these texts that resonated deeply within my heart, enabling me to shift perspectives and set an intention to heal.
In those early years, I used to believe that simply reading a book could change your life. However, my perspective has evolved. While reading can be a powerful catalyst for change, I now understand that at some point, you must do the work. Healing is not a passive process; it requires active participation. Nevertheless, channeled texts played a significant role in my journey, allowing my energy to receive new information more easily. Some channeled texts even work on you energetically, offering another form of energy healing.
The common thread in most, if not all, channeled texts is the invitation to follow your heart, to let it lead the way without judgment or expectation. When you do, healing happens naturally.
The Gentle Path to Change
Change is inherently scary because it disrupts the familiar, pushing us out of our comfort zones. Even when our current state is uncomfortable or painful, it is known, and the known often feels safer than the unknown. The fear of change can manifest in various ways: anxiety about the future, doubt about our ability to heal, and even resistance to the healing process itself. Starting your healing journey gently means acknowledging these fears and approaching change with compassion and patience.
The Transformative Power of Perspective
Reading *Conversations With God* was a gentle nudge that shifted my perspective. It opened my mind to new possibilities, helping me to see beyond my immediate circumstances. Channeled texts continued to support my journey by providing insights and wisdom that resonated deeply with my soul. They helped me understand that healing is a process, not a destination.
Doing the Work with Kindness
While the insights from channeled texts were invaluable, I learned that true healing requires action. It’s not enough to passively absorb information; we must actively engage with it. This means confronting our fears, addressing our wounds, and making conscious choices to change our patterns and behaviors. However, it’s essential to approach this work with kindness and self-compassion, recognizing that healing is a gradual process.
Allowing the Heart to Lead
One of the most profound lessons from my journey is the importance of allowing the heart to lead. This means trusting our intuition, embracing vulnerability, and being open to the unknown. It requires letting go of judgment and expectation, creating space for healing to unfold naturally. When we follow our heart, we align with our true selves, making it easier to navigate the challenges and uncertainties of the healing journey.
Embracing the Journey
Healing is a journey, not a destination. It’s a continuous process of growth, learning, and transformation. While the journey can be scary, it is also incredibly rewarding. By embracing the fear and allowing our hearts to lead the way, we open ourselves to the possibility of profound healing and transformation.
As you embark on your own healing journey, remember that it’s okay to feel scared. Acknowledge your fear, but don’t let it stop you. Trust in the process, follow your heart, and allow healing to happen naturally. You are not alone on this journey. Embrace the unknown, and let your heart guide you towards a more harmonious and healed self.
Starting Gently: Recommended Reads
To support you on this gentle path, here are five books and authors that can serve as wonderful companions on your journey:
Paul Selig: Start with I Am the Word and then read each book consecutively. Selig’s channeled texts provide profound insights and energetic shifts that can guide you gently through your healing process.
The Way of Mastery: This three-part series offers teachings that focus on deep spiritual transformation and healing, encouraging you to follow your heart and embrace love over fear.
Conversations with God Series by Neale Donald Walsch: This series provides a fresh perspective on life and spirituality, inviting you to engage in a deeper conversation with the divine.
Abraham Hicks Material: The teachings of Abraham, channeled through Esther Hicks, focus on the law of attraction and the power of positive thinking, helping you align with your true desires and facilitate healing.
Pamela Kribbe: Her channeled messages, often from Jeshua (Jesus), offer profound spiritual insights and guidance, encouraging a heart-centered approach to life and healing.
Begin with these gentle, yet powerful texts. Allow their wisdom to resonate with your heart, and take the small steps necessary to start your healing journey. Trust that each step, no matter how small, is leading you toward greater wholeness and peace.
With Love,
