You’ve been hurt. You’ve trusted the wrong people. You’ve given so much—only to feel ignored, unappreciated, or even betrayed. And now, you’ve built walls around your heart to keep yourself safe.
But here’s the truth: A closed heart won’t protect you—it will only keep you from the love and joy you deserve.
In today’s episode, I walk you through:
- Why shutting down your emotions only makes the pain heavier
- How to release suppressed emotions and finally feel free
- A powerful self-reflection exercise to start opening your heart again
- Why choosing love (even after heartbreak) is the key to regaining your power
- The one question that changed everything for me when I was afraid to trust again
- Healing isn’t about pretending the pain isn’t there—it’s about feeling it, releasing it, and choosing to love yourself through it.
So today, I challenge you: Take a deep breath, feel your heart, and ask yourself… Is it time to let go?
Listen now, and let me know—What’s one thing you’re ready to release today?
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Choosing Love: How To Open Your Heart Again
Knock, knock. Did you know that you have a door in your heart? If you are reading this, it means you are ready to open that door and receive love again. Perhaps you’ve been hurt by painful conversations, unmet expectations or rejection from someone you love. Maybe you’ve tried your best to make others happy, only to feel unappreciated. You might be facing betrayal, divorce, misunderstandings, or even the heartbreak of a close friend’s betrayal.
Acknowledge The Pain And Your Feelings
Your heart may have carried hatred, questioned every manipulation and felt overwhelmed by moments too painful to bear. It feels heavy and you don’t have to carry it that weight anymore. I’m here for you and I hope this blog will help you open your heart to receive love again. You may be hurting, but you don’t deserve a life filled with pain. Your heart knows where you want to go.
Listen to it. Calm your mind. Focus on your breathing and acknowledge the pain within. When you allow yourself to feel the pain, you validate its presence. It’s real. Be present with it and take all the time you need. What you feel is valid. These are your feelings and your emotions. No one can tell you otherwise. Since childhood, many of us have heard things like, “Stop crying. Be a good girl,” or, “Why are you afraid? Don’t be such a coward.”
When we felt angry, we might have been told, “Don’t be mad. You are too sensitive. You are too moody. You should be grateful instead.” The more you suppress your emotions and reject parts of yourself that others don’t accept, the more you find loneliness, depression, and disappointment in your life. Now, give yourself permission to acknowledge your feelings.
If you are sad, let your body express it. Cry, curl up. Hug yourself and find comfort in the embrace of someone you trust. If you are angry, express that too. Scream into the open air, or if you can’t go outside, scream into a pillow. Punch it, kick it. Release the emotions trapped inside you. This practice helps you clear out the emotional garbage you’ve been holding onto by suppressing your feelings.
Rewrite Your Story And Embrace Love Again
Let it out. Let it flow again. Releasing this pain prevents it from causing sickness in your body and your mind. Choose to rewrite your story. In my own journey, I have experienced many painful moments that broke my heart, but at every crossroads, when faced with a choice between love and fear, I told myself, “This time, let’s try to laugh again.” It’s hard. It’s so painful. It’s not easy, but you hold the power to create the life you want to live.
The more you suppress your emotions and reject parts of yourself that others don’t accept, the more you invite loneliness, depression, and disappointment into your life. Share on XKeep reminding yourself of who you were before the pain. A closed heart drains your natural life energy and keeps you stuck in your comfort zone. When I lost my heart, I missed out on so many beautiful moments in my life, and I experienced a lot of safety, a lot of comfort because I was so afraid of being hurt again.
I know how you feel. I have been there many times. I know how terrifying it is to open up again. When you show your true, unfiltered self, you feel everything. Maybe you are asking, “What if I get hurt again?” Here’s a better question. What if by opening up, I become whole, regain my power and find the freedom to be the version of myself I love the most? What if you become excited to welcome new opportunities to embrace incredible journeys?
Take Time To Reflect And Reconnect Within
Take this moment for yourself. Light a candle if it comforts you. Find a cozy spot. Make some tea. Grab a pen and paper, and keep some tissues handy if you need them. Play music that warms your heart and pause reading after each question if you like time to reflect and write. Let’s start. How much longer do I want to carry this pain? Do I deserve to smile, not just on my face, but also in my heart?
You hold the power to create the life you want to live. Share on XWho will I become if I keep pushing people away, hiding my true feelings and letting this pain slowly consume my mental and physical health? Is it time to let go who I am? Who will I become when I no longer carry this pain? There is no right or wrong answer. When you are done, set your pen down, close your eyes and take a deep breath in slowly. Hold it in your heart. Feel your heart and breathe out gently from your nose.
Embrace Joy And Let Life Flow Again
Listen to your heart. Can you hear that quiet voice telling you it’s time to let go, to open your heart again and to invite love back in? Can you find the courage to remind yourself that even if I get hurt again, I will choose to love again and again? Give yourself permission once again to trust yourself. Open your heart to the aliveness within you. Welcome, joy, excitement, and magical, spontaneous, adventurous life has to offer, and take a deep breath. Hold it, feel your heart, and now exhale slowly. How do you feel? Feel free to share your thoughts. I’d love to hear from you and give yourself a pat on your back for having the courage to face your fears. I’m so proud of you.
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