Sharing uncomplicated truths to encourage and educate women to embrace their healing power.
When feeling safe creates UNsafe😔
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I work with a lot of clients who don’t feel safe, Reader. Not just unsafe in the outside world… But unsafe in their own body. Unsafe to: When your brain and nervous system have been shaped by past experiences, your 'window of tolerance' (the space where you feel balanced and capable) can get very small. And when that window shrinks, little things can feel huge:
These reactions and control behaviours are survival wired ways of searching for some version of SAFE. But, those same habits often keep your body feeling unsafe. Here’s the truth: Your brain and nervous system adapted this way for a reason. And once you understand how and why they did, you can start making changes that stick, without forcing, shaming, or overcomplicating the process. It starts with one question: “Do I want things to remain the same?” Even if life is already sweet, you get to choose if you want… Because it all starts with your biology and physiology. Affirmations are fine, but if your brain doesn’t believe them, they won’t work. Instead, keep it uncomplicated, with easy somatic tools, energy work, and aha-moment psychology that actually works. After embracing my own healing, study, and research, throughout the last 20 years, and client work the last 8 years, I've experienced, taught, and witnessed what works. The main thing I've learned when considering any healing work, is... you don’t have to feel ready, just willing. If you can meet yourself where you are, the right therapist and/or healer should know how to guide you through the rest. I know how intimidating and overwhelming (unsafe) it can feel in the beginning - that was me too at first. But it is possible to feel safe in your body, feel the feelings, use your voice, feel calm, be yourself, and want more. 💬 If you’d like to go deeper, I have just two local sessions remaining and more online spots available. Let me know if one is yours. Love, Ali x PS; If you know someone who doesn't feel safe in their body, please forward this email to them. It might be the perfect prompt for them 🫶🏻 PS; In person Adelaide sessions still available this Saturday 23rd August at 9am, and Saturday 6th September, 9am. |
Ali Williams (alijwilliams.com)
Sharing uncomplicated truths to encourage and educate women to embrace their healing power.
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