Safety is a concept that varies greatly among individuals, influenced by personal experiences and the essence of one’s being.
Trauma can often leave us with a recurring theme of unsafety, a profound sense that safety has been breached in the physical, emotional, spiritual, or sexual aspects of our lives.
These breaches can manifest in various forms – such as physical harm, emotional invalidation, or spiritual bypassing – where our experiences and feelings are minimized. Recognizing these signs of unsafety is a crucial step towards healing.
At Becoming Anchored, we believe in the incredible resilience and adaptability that define the human spirit. We also believe you can cultivate a lasting sense of safety. We are here to support you on this journey towards peace and wellness.
Today, we are providing you with mindful prompts to reflect on and create safety. We hope our gentle guidance will help you discover your inner strength, feel secure, and reconnect with your values.
Nurturing Safety Within Yourself and Your Relationships: A Reflective Guide to Healing From Trauma
When we begin to cultivate safety for ourselves, it is essential to start with introspection. Understanding your personal indicators of safety is the first step in reclaiming your sense of security.
Personal reflection is the foundation upon which we build our understanding and appreciation of safety in our lives. We kindly invite you to reflect on these questions:
- What does safety mean to me?
- When have I felt truly safe?
- What physical sensations accompany feelings of safety?
- What emotions and thoughts arise in me when I feel safe?
- How do I experience safety in my body?
Feeling safe with others is just as important as feeling safe within ourselves. Safe people often exhibit qualities such as respect for boundaries, honoring of requests, validation of emotions, and assertive communication. Identifying these traits in others helps us cultivate relationships that reinforce our sense of safety and well-being.
As we grow and change, our definitions of safety and the people who embody it may also evolve. The journey to safety, peace, and wellness involves trusting ourselves and our ability to make decisions that nurture our safety.
Healing from trauma and building safety is not an overnight process. It requires continuous effort, introspection, and adjustment. We encourage you to approach this process with curiosity and compassion, rather than shame.
Cultivating safety and tending to our nervous systems is about learning from our experiences, understanding our reactions, and making intentional choices to support our mental, emotional, and relational health.
Additional Resources
Free Safe & Connected Masterclass:
This hope-driven and trauma-informed masterclass is your guide to creating environments where you feel sincerely valued, understood, and secure.
Taught by a licensed therapist, you will learn what makes a person, group, or system safe. From exploring the nuances of communication to the importance of self-awareness, you will have the tools to cultivate spaces that are truly supportive and nurturing.
Created to help you foster lasting and meaningful relationships, this masterclass supplies insights on effective communication, boundary setting, and emotional intelligence for improved personal and professional relationships.
Become safe and connected, register here.
Empowering Affirmation:
“With every step of introspection, I build a stronger foundation of trust within myself, knowing that my feelings of safety are valid and important.”
Becoming Anchored in Hope,
Laura
LPC-MHSP, CEDS-C, ACS, NCC
At Becoming Anchored Co., we are dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward personal growth and well-being. Our mission is to provide tools and insights that foster resilience, connection, and authenticity.
Our evidence-based resources, including our podcast and courses, are designed to empower you. We have also curated a selection of thoughtfully designed products to help you stay anchored, that you can wear on your path to discovery and growth.
We believe in the importance of creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every story is valued and honored. Join us in our commitment to thriving and flourishing together.
