Heal Your Inner Wounds: How to Transform Deep Emotional Pain into Freedom & Joy

Wynne (Energy Healing Made Easy), a self-described shamanic psychotherapist, offers steps to improve and eliminate layers of emotional roadblocks in this comforting guide. Buried traumas affect one’s vitality and one’s relationships, she writes. “If you feel right now that your abandoned child part is stronger than your responsible adult part, then you will have to get help.” While the idea of having an inner child is not a fresh concept, Wynne offers patient explanations for those new to healing through self-reflection. Exercises begin with simple prompts such as “forgive yourself for everything,” “you are not your mother,” and “meet your future healed self.” Wynne also stresses prayer and connection with natural space, encouraging readers to look outdoors for solace. In sections moving from child, to teen, and to adult, Wynne presents one writing exercise and one healing exercise apiece (usually a visualization or meditation) intended to heal inner wounds. Also provided are charts to help locate “energy centers” on the body, and resources for further reading. Wynne’s direct advice and understanding tone will be perfect for readers new to energy healing. (Apr.)