Facing Problems in Healing the Hidden Self
People with trauma-related problems always have a hard time solving their problems on their own. This is because they keep suppressing unresolved emotions by pushing them down and away, but this “hidden self” of theirs never disappears. It’s these emotions that need to be addressed and not pushed away, as repressing them only makes the feelings stronger and more difficult to deal with later on.
So it's important for people who have trauma-related problems to talk about their hidden selves or rather their unresolved feelings through therapy like psychotherapy and counseling. This can help them uncover the root of the problem preventing from healing from the inside out, which is ultimately what will make all the difference in how well you hide your pain.
But there is more to healing the hidden self than just getting the support of a therapist, and a lot of people with trauma-related problems are unable to heal on their own. In fact, many even relapse after going to therapy. This has led me to theorize that we may need an extra catalyst or motivator in healing while at the same time working through our problems in therapy.
I believe that many people with trauma-related problems are afraid to take on their unresolved feelings. They believe they will be hurt emotionally if they open up and reveal their feelings to themselves or other people. This is why they stay away from the healing process.
So that is what we need to address in order to trigger a healing process inside them, one that will allow them to uncover and heal their trauma-related problems. We need something that can make these people brave enough to face these issues and resolve them once and for all so they can heal on their own through therapy, counseling or any other way.
And I know of just the thing.
In my experience with people who have PTSD and so forth, it's often the case that they are afraid of facing their trauma-related issues rather than putting the problem behind them. And when this happens, their problems only become worse.
And that's why I believe that having someone with them or just talking to them on the phone could be a very good motivator for these people who are reluctant to heal. This is because it allows them to feel the support and the encouragement of someone else, even if it's just a voice on the phone.
For example, my former clients often say how much they enjoy talking to me because they can just talk about anything and everything with me, including what happened in their life as well as their feelings about it. It's as though talking to me allows them to express their feelings in an easy, relaxing and non-threatening way that helps them deal with their problems and heal them on the inside.
I think it's time these people got that kind of support from someone else so they could heal their trauma-related problems on the inside. So in this article I'm going to offer you a list of ways you can do just that.
1. Let Them Know They Are Not Alone
This is a very important step when trying to motivate people with traumatic problems, especially ones who are extremely reluctant to face their issues or confront the past. And it's something you can do even if they're not with you.
It is important to let them know that there are others out there who have gone through the same thing they are going through and managed to heal. This will help them feel less alone and more confident about their problem so the healing process can begin on its own.
The most effective way I know of doing this is starting a group of people who share the same problem and are working on healing it. And this is one thing that would make me very proud if I were you because your clients would be in great hands with such an environment in which to heal their problems. Plus you could be remembered as someone who helped other people heal from trauma-related issues.
If you know of people who have experienced trauma-related problems, I suggest you get in touch with them and invite them to a support group. If they say yes to your offer, then call them and tell them exactly what this group is all about. And if they are interested in the idea, then go ahead and start it right away.
2. Encourage Them To Dive Into Their Feelings If They Are Too Afraid To Face Them
This is one thing I've learned from my clients - they don't need someone to convince or direct them through their problems; they require a mentor or a guiding figure who will support them as they walk into their own healing process.
You should never try to force them into doing things they don't want to. Instead, you need to encourage them while at the same time supporting them so they can make the right decision. It's important that they believe in themselves and trust their own decisions because that is what will help them heal on their own in the end.
It's okay if your clients are afraid of facing their unresolved feelings or confronting the past head on, so don't push them into doing something they're not ready for or willing to do. Just give them a little push and remind them that it's okay for them not be ready yet, but always assure them that with time and work, healing will be possible for all of us.
3. Tell Them They're Not Alone
I think this is the most important step in motivating people with trauma-related problems, especially those who are reluctant to face their issues or confront the past. But it also has to be done as gently as possible.
It's important to let them know that they are not alone and they are not crazy if they are experiencing certain symptoms, especially when it comes to their trauma-related issues. This makes them feel less alone so a sense of confidence will start pouring in. And that's what they need in order to heal on the inside and eventually move on with life.
4. Show them You're Not Afraid To Talk About Their Problems
When trying to motivate people, we need to show them that we're not afraid of their issues or the past. And this is done in two ways. One is to reveal parts of our own trauma history to them, so they know that you've been through the same thing and are willing to share your experiences with them. The second is for us hearing other people talking about their traumas in detail, so the person can learn what it's like when a person has a trauma-related problem and how someone goes through the healing process on their own.
It's important that we don't avoid talking about trauma-related problems and topics because this will only make it worse for the person. We need to let them know that we have gone through similar issues in our lives, so we can relate to their problems and help them on their way to healing.
5. Encourage Them To Remember That They Have a Safe Place To Talk
When trying to motivate someone with a trauma problem, I've found it very important that they feel like they have comfy places where they can go when they need a good cry or want to talk about their problems.
Conclusion
So these are some of the ways I know of that can be used to help motivate someone who is reluctant to face their trauma-related issues or confront the past.
I know for a fact that if you do this, your clients will eventually be willing to heal their traumas by themselves. They'll gain a sense of confidence and start believing in themselves again so they'll begin healing naturally without any need for further guidance from you. And that's what you want, right? So good luck and stay strong, my friend.