From Stuck Emotions to Inner Peace: My Journey
For a long time, I had no idea how many unfelt emotions were stuck in my body. I just knew I was uncomfortable- physically, mentally, emotionally. There was a constant low-level tension inside me, but I didn’t realize how much it was affecting my life. I was just living with it, accepting it with a “this is how it will be” mentality, because the truth is- I didn’t know any other way to deal with it, let alone how to release trapped emotions from my body.
I’m not saying I’m now perfectly calm and peaceful all the time. But compared to how I used to feel, the difference is like night and day.
What Stuck Emotions Felt Like
Back then, my body felt tight and unsettled almost every day. I was swinging between anxiety and irritation, and I often couldn’t think clearly. My mind was confused and everything felt like a struggle- like I was constantly dragging myself through one day after another.
Now, I feel more calm, clear and grounded. I’m able to stay in my body, think more rationally and handle life with a lot more ease.
Did it happen overnight? No.
Was it easy? Well, yes- especially compared to what I had imagined it to be.
I wouldn’t even call it “difficult”; it was actually quite doable. And after a while, not only did I start enjoying the process, but I also started seeing evident changes in myself, all within just a few days.
I was taken aback to realize that the discomfort I had been carrying for years actually dissolved in a matter of days.
Yes, DAYS– that’s the keyword here.
Since then, my outlook toward healing and the mind has completely changed.
Why I’m So Passionate About This
The reason I care so deeply about helping others release trapped emotions is simple: I’ve experienced healing and transformation up close.
Once you start releasing, your whole life begins to shift- naturally and powerfully.
Let me walk you through a powerful process to help you release trapped emotions from your body. But first, let me share a bit of my personal story so that it gives you the context that’ll help you understand why this matters so much.
The Missing Link in Manifestation
When I used to focus on manifesting- visualizing, taking action, staying in a “high vibe”- things often didn’t work. No matter how hard I tried, the results just didn’t come.
It felt like running on a treadmill: so much effort, but no real progress.
Eventually, I stopped forcing and started looking deeper. That’s when I realized something big, that my body was holding on to discomfort. I took it on me to then pause, feel it and release it from my body.
Real Shifts After Releasing Emotions
I started meditating and worked on techniques and with people who helped me release trapped emotions. Every time I did, I felt lighter, clearer and more at peace.
I realized that those negative, frustrating emotions weren’t about other people- they were old, stuck emotions in me that needed to be felt and healed.
And then? The results I had been pushing so hard for would just start to show up effortlessly. I’d get sudden inspiration, new ideas, opportunities and an inner sense of peace that was finally free from resistance.
Why Emotions Get Stuck
Many of us carry stuck emotions because we were never taught how to fully feel them. As kids, we might not have felt safe expressing sadness, anger or fear, so we pushed those feelings down.
It saddens me that healing and how to deal with our mind and emotions, are not subjects taught in schools or colleges. The very core of our life isn’t even talked about, let alone given the importance it deserves.
But here’s the thing- no one’s to blame for this. Since it wasn’t taught, it wasn’t known. That means it’s not our parents or caregivers fault either. They did the best they could with what they knew.
Over time, unprocessed emotions live in the body and start shaping how we think, react and relate. The good news is: in today’s world, mental and emotional well-being is finally being recognized and we have so many tools and practices available to help us heal.
Practical Steps To Release Trapped Emotions
1. Find a quiet space where you won’t be interrupted.
2. Sit or lie down and take deep breaths into your belly.
3. Close your eyes and scan your body.
4. Notice areas that feel tight, heavy or uncomfortable- this is where emotions are stored.
5. Bring your attention to that area. Don’t label it- just feel it.
6. Ask yourself: What am I feeling? Trust whatever comes up.
7. Speak to the feeling:
“I’m sorry for unintentionally holding you in my body for so long.
Please forgive me.
I’m now ready to let go of this emotion. I deserve the best.
Thank you for helping me release it completely.
I love you.”
This is a Ho’oponopono prayer- a Hawaiian practice that uses four simple phrases to release stuck emotions.
8. Keep breathing, imagining the emotion softening and dissolving.
9. Visualize for 5 minutes seeing yourself living freely, feeling happy and content from within.
10. Stay in that state for a few moments. Repeat this whenever negative emotions rise and you’ll heal faster each time.
Stage 1: Create Safety
To release trapped emotions, your body first needs to feel safe. That means:
⭐ Being in a non-judgmental, quiet space.
⭐ Approaching yourself with compassion and patience.
⭐ Letting emotions arise without judging or trying to fix or change them right away.
⭐ It’s like giving yourself the love and care you always needed, but may not have received while growing up, for whatever reason.
Stage 2: Let Your Body Lead
🍀 You might feel the need to cry, sigh, shake or move your body. Let it happen. These are all signs that emotion is being released. Don’t overthink it. Don’t feel ashamed, restricted or judge yourself for any of it.
🍀 You can gently place your hands near the spot where you’re feeling the trapped emotion or make a soft sound (like humming) to help the energy move.
🍀 Both sound and movement are powerful tools for emotional release.
Stage 3: Go Deeper with Visualization
⭐ If it helps, imagine the emotion as a color or shape. Visualize it slowly fading, flowing out of your body or turning into light as you exhale.
⭐ Focus again. If the intensity still feels high, repeat the process until your mind starts to accept that it has been released.
⭐ There’s also a chance that the emotion might feel released in the moment, but return after a few days. This doesn’t mean your efforts didn’t work. It simply means that another layer of unprocessed emotion has come to the surface to be felt and released.
⭐ Follow the same process until you dissolve this one too. Don’t overthink it or question the process- you’re doing exactly the right thing!
Stage 4: Reflect, Rest and Repeat
🍀 After the process, give yourself a few moments to rest. Notice how your body feels.
🍀 Like I mentioned earlier, over time, you can repeat this process as new layers come up. You’ll simply have to peel them back, one by one.
🍀 Always end the process with a happy and positive visualization by seeing yourself living a joyful life, doing the things you’ve always wanted to do, surrounded by people you love. Doing this helps train and reprogram your mind to believe in and move toward this new version of you.
🍀 Remember, emotional healing isn’t a one-time thing. It takes patience, love and consistency- but trust me, it’s so worth it.
🍀 And honestly, how much time does it really ask from you each day? Maybe 20 minutes? Half an hour? That’s it. We owe ourselves at least that much, for our own betterment, peace and growth. Don’t we?
The Transformation is Real
As I did this work, everything began to shift- both within me and around me:
✅ My body felt calmer
✅ My mind became clearer
✅ My relationships became more loving and stable
✅ My goals started aligning effortlessly
✅ I started attracting blessings and opportunities into my life
✅ I felt genuinely happier and more confident
I truly believe that releasing stuck emotions is one of the most powerful things you can do, not just for manifestation, but for every part of your life as everything is interlinked.
The moment you release trapped emotions and energy is the moment you open doors to limitless opportunities in every area of your life. And the best part? This transformation is real and permanent, not just a temporary quick fix.
Give your body the loving attention it deserves. Let your emotions be felt, healed and released.
You don’t have to do it perfectly. You just have to do it honestly, consistently and with care.
This changed my life, and it can change yours too.
Wishing you deep peace and healing.
May you grow into the best version of yourself and help others along the way. 💚
