Simple ways we can offer healing to others, and the power of creative expression in healing ourselves.

Every day and throughout each interaction in our life we are given the opportunity to help heal one another in very simple ways, a shift in perspective is what’s needed to see it.

When the word heal comes to mind, we tend to associate it with a deeply spiritual context, however there are various outlets available in our everyday lives that can support us in healing and various ways to support each other.

To heal is to transmute our pain into love, to move forward in life without allowing our struggles to define us but instead shape us positively to who we are supposed to become.

When we engage in various forms that allow us to release our emotions, we are actively on a journey towards a healthier state of wellbeing emotionally, physically and spiritually.

Our creative expression is highly beneficial for our own wellbeing. When we feel the heaviness of emotions, our chosen form of creative expression assists us to release the heavy emotions that reside within.

Our individual creativity is a form of true expression from the heart, when we create it is with the deepest emotions of our core, that allow our vulnerability to be seen in a new light.

When sharing our creativity with the world it is infused with our deepest emotions that helped fuel it, sharing our art with the world is a wonderful way for others to resonate with our own joy or pain and can help us feel connected with one another, bringing us a sense of unity and a reminder that we are not alone.

‘’To know that no matter what we go through in life others feel it too, and we are not alone in this human experience, is such a beautiful way to feel a sense of unity and connectedness with one another’.

Now let’s talk about the simple ways in our everyday interactions that we unconsciously offer support to others healing.

1. Listen without judgement:

To offer your undivided attention to someone while they voice their struggles, fear or frustration is a gift we can give to others freely. When we allow an open space for them to feel safe, heard and seen in their most vulnerable state, it naturally provides them with the assurance that their feelings are valid, and that they are cared for.

2. Touch and Comfort:

Offering someone a simple hug or holding someone’s hand during moments where they are expressing true emotion can provide someone with reassurance without words that we resonate with them on an emotional level and sympathize with them. It brings a sense of clarity that they are not alone, and with that a feeling of warmth, generosity and connection.

3. Offer kindness:

When we are clouded with emotions, it becomes difficult to see the light at the other side of our difficult experience. The impact of kindness whether through our words, a smile, or a simple gesture of help can help shift someone’s perspective. In their feelings of darkness, we ignite the spark needed to carry their strength forward and empower them to overcome their challenges whether mental, emotional, or physical.

4. Share laughter:

In a state of laughter, our fear can diminish for a split second, it can move us out of fear, doubt and allow the heaviness within us to flow. We provide a pathway for any suppressed or stuck emotions to flow through us, making our burdens feel lighter. Our vulnerability during this simple moment creates a feeling of safety, belonging and love which are essential for healing.

Overall, life is an ongoing journey, and we are guaranteed that challenges are going to find us on our way, the key is to not let our emotions overwhelm us, become stuck or define who we are.

Engage in creative expression, release your trapped emotions in any way that feels most comfortable for you. We are supposed to flow with life, but we cannot move with it if we our emotions are trapped within.

The next time you meet with a friend, a loved one or engage with a stranger, be conscious of the time they give to you, and the subtle but valuable ways that they could be contributing to your wellbeing.

Their engagement might be of support to you towards your healing journey and they might be the light guiding you towards more love, peace or joy.