The shadow self represents parts of our self which are ‘unacceptable’. If we were to show this side of our self we might repulse, shock or even amaze others. We will stand out, seem different and may risk rejection. To prevent this our defensive unconscious witholds the darkest and probably also the brightest in us. If, however, this part of us leaks or bursts out – and this can happen when we are very tired, stressed or upset – it usually causes us problems. We get in to arguments, are unkind to others, or say and do things that contravene social norms and what others expect of us.
Through meeting and getting to know our shadow self we can learn greater self acceptance and self control, based on a more complete knowledge of who we are.
In the Dialogue Space we support you to in your depth development, enabling you to:
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