

By: Bec Robertson
Head Coach
The term ‘shadow work’ sounds ominous. But, in reality, ‘shadow work’ leads to insights that move us forward in positive ways.
Shadow work is simply confronting limiting beliefs and ideas that we hold about ourselves or the world. These appear in the form of anxious thoughts, negative thinking, low self esteem, low self worth, flat mood and low motivation. Because our energy is tied up in these limiting beliefs and ideas, it can leave little room to make large scale inroads into our goals and dreams.
We don’t need to see the ‘shadow’ as a dark place, full of misery. If we embrace the ‘shadow’ as a place of insight, we can overcome what we find there. Very often, we will need help and support to confront what we find in shadow spaces. Not because it is insurmountable, but simply because a steadying guide can provide much needed grounding that is necessary for shadow work.
Steps for ‘shadow work’:
The totality of our ‘shadow’ is simply all the beliefs and ideas that we have adopted as we go throughout life. Although together they can appear overwhelming, when broken down into smaller parts, we see that they are often irrational. Once we confront them in this way, we can quickly adopt more life-promoting beliefs. And move forward towards our goals and dreams in a more impactful way.
NB: This article is not intended to be medical or mental health advice. It is not a substitute for such advice. Always consult a qualified medical practitioner for any medical or mental health symptoms/issues.