I learned years
ago in psychology class that the unconscious is the part of the mind that is
inaccessible to the conscious mind but affects behavior and emotions. For so long, I have been out of touch with my
inner self. I’ve been in 'adult child'
mode for so long; operating from a vantage point of familiarity and not being
open to new and better opportunities for my life.
I recently had a
dream that I was pumping gasoline in the back seat of my car rather than in the
fuel tank. I thought this was such an
odd dream that I was compelled to look up its meaning. I learned that to dream of being at a gas
station indicates a need to reenergize and revitalize yourself. This interpretation was spot on. I have been doing so much for others for so
long that I have neglected my needs.
It’s time for me take care of myself.
As an ACOA, I’m learning that it’s okay to reach out to others for help
sometimes.
I always felt
there were doors locked away deep within me that I could not open. I am thankful that I am strong enough now to understand those things that are trapped in my unconscious mind.
Hi, I’m Liz
Hawkins and I am a recovering Adult Child of an Alcoholic.
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