Dear Healing Stone Community,
In the midst of these challenging times, I confess that gathering my thoughts and finding a focal point for today’s newsletter was no small feat. In moments like these, when words escape us, exploring the concept of trust feels particularly pertinent. Trust, I have found, acts as a steadfast anchor, guiding us through the tumultuous seas of life and helping us cope with even the most difficult situations and triggers in our daily lives.
Today, I want to share with you the wisdom I’ve found in Anton Antonovsky's salutogenic approach, a beacon of light amid uncertainty. This philosophy emphasizes the factors that bolster human health and well-being, reminding us of the inherent resilience within us. Trust, I believe, is the cornerstone of this resilience, especially within our close-knit community.
0. Open your eyes and be present, work with what you have. Baby steps will help you come through it, step by step until you see the big picture.
Drawing Inspiration from Salutogenesis:
1. Sense of Comprehensibility:
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Clarity in Communication: Clear and honest dialogue fosters understanding and trust, even amidst confusion.
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Educational Resources: Empowering ourselves with knowledge enhances our understanding, giving us a sense of control over our lives and choices.
2. Sense of Manageability:
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Setting Achievable Goals: Realistic goals boost our confidence, grounding us in our ability to manage life's challenges.
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Problem-Solving Skills: Equipping ourselves with effective strategies enhances our control in challenging situations, empowering us to face adversities head-on.
3. Sense of Meaningfulness:
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Purposeful Activities: Engaging in activities that resonate with our core values creates profound meaning in our lives.
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Encourage Reflection: Self-reflection aligns our actions with purpose, adding depth and significance to our everyday experiences.
4. Building Social Support:
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Active Listening: Listening fosters trust and empathy, strengthening the bonds that hold our community together.
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Encourage Mutual Aid: Acts of kindness create a supportive atmosphere, uniting us in our shared humanity.
5. Promoting Generalized Resistance Resources (GRRs):
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Emotional Resilience: Equipping ourselves with emotional tools helps us navigate the storm, reminding us of our inner strength.
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Healthy Lifestyle Choices: Prioritizing physical health fortifies our resilience, ensuring we face challenges with vitality.
6. Mindfulness and Self-awareness:
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Mindfulness Practices: Engaging in mindfulness fosters self-awareness, calming the storms within and promoting a coherent sense of self.
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Journaling: Exploring our thoughts on paper leads to self-discovery, enriching our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world.
Incorporating these tools into our lives, both individually and as a community, we nurture trust, resilience, and coherence. They become the threads that weave our collective story, even on days when words fail us. Let's embrace these practices within our Healing Stone Community, creating a sanctuary where trust and understanding flourish.
Wishing you all a weekend filled with trust, resilience, and meaningful connections.
With warmest regards,
Heal, love & rise.
Eva Simin Bierwirth, Founder
HEALING STONES by EVASIMIN
