Psychologists have studied the practices of confession
for many years. Their studies revealed
that there is a human “compulsion to confess.”
Moreover, this brings healing to us physically, psychologically, and
spiritually.
Research found that when we “open up,” about things we
have kept hidden deep inside us, that it can bring great healing to our mind,
soul, body, and spirit, as well as create space for repair and reconciliation
to broken relationships.
One of the easiest ways to implement our “compulsion to
confess,” is through journaling. You can
choose to journal about your daily events, or any specific emotional upsets you
are faced with, or journal about a particular crisis you are currently
challenged with. Take this as an
opportunity to express the emotions you are feeling without any judgment or
condemnation. This is your time to
accept and allow your feelings. You will
find this simple practice can become a channel for you to release and let
negative emotions and upset go more quickly.
This activity is a healthy way to keep your mind
focused and your emotions balanced. By doing this you can reduce the amount of
stress you are feeling physically and feel more connected spiritually.
Another great tool to consider adding is directive
prayer and positive affirmations to bring forth the desired outcome to your
current situation.
“It is words that enables us to make some sense of our
existence by allowing us to stand aside and narrate it.”
Nobel prize winning author, Toni Morrison.
“Regardless of our particular religious or spiritual
beliefs, don’t we all have personal stories of failure and redemption?” Aaron Murray-Swank – “Clearing the Heart,”
The Soul Body Connection.
