Yggdrasil's Shadow

04/19/2025

We think of PTSD as a military combat issue. This post is for awareness...... I have come to realize there are many people who suffer from the unsaid form of PTSD......In today's society there are many who have spent a lifetime walking on eggshells weather it be from family,work places interactions, relationships or religions. Just remember you are not alone..... Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be a significant consequence of experiencing narcissistic abuse. Narcissistic abuse, characterized by emotional manipulation, gaslighting, and other forms of psychological abuse, can be a profoundly traumatic experience that leads to PTSD symptoms.
How Narcissistic Abuse Can Lead to PTSD:
Ongoing Trauma:
Narcissistic abuse is often a prolonged and ongoing form of trauma, unlike a single traumatic event. The constant manipulation, emotional abuse, and isolation can leave a person feeling depleted, disoriented, and emotionally numb.
Intense Emotional and Cognitive Impact:
The abuse can lead to intense emotional dysregulation, difficulty managing emotions, negative self-perception, and impaired cognitive function.
Disrupted Sense of Self:
Narcissistic abuse can damage a person's sense of self-worth, identity, and reality, leading to feelings of confusion, shame, and guilt.
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD):
Due to the ongoing and relational nature of narcissistic abuse, it can also lead to C-PTSD, a more chronic form of PTSD with symptoms like emotional dysregulation, difficulty with relationships, and negative self-perception.
Common Symptoms of PTSD from Narcissistic Abuse:
Intrusive Memories: Recurring thoughts, images, or flashbacks of the abusive experiences.
Emotional Distress: Feeling overwhelmed or emotionally numb when reminded of the abuse.
Avoidance: Avoiding people, places, or situations that trigger memories of the abuse.
Negative Emotions: Feeling low, hopeless, anxious, or depressed.
Hypervigilance: Feeling constantly on edge, easily startled, and having difficulty concentrating.
Sleep Disturbances: Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing nightmares.
Relationship Difficulties: Struggling with trust, intimacy, and forming healthy relationships.
Self-Blame: Feeling responsible for the abuser's behavior or struggling with low self-esteem.
Important Considerations:
Recovery:
Recovering from PTSD resulting from narcissistic abuse can be a long and emotionally painful....

03/29/2025

Food for thought..... The Earth just experienced two massive Earthquakes..... This is a reflection of the collective human energy that is ever present at this time..... We as the human race are so divided to the point it is affecting the Earth......unless we as the human species heal and mend our difference the Earth will only continue to react to the energies we as a collective consciousness give her.....

02/23/2025

I have not posted anything in a very long time..... With everything that's going on in peoples personal life,the country and world stage there have been many people giving their opinions.... This is something to think about....you can have two extremes of anything... Hot and cold, heavy or lite,light or darkness left or right.... the list is endless. At the point in time everyone is seeing the extremes of about everything.... The one in the extremes feel they are right..... Here is the truth.... The extremes are not the balance points..... We need to see the extremes in order to find the balance points..... Step back and look just like looking at a teeter toter when you were a child.... Are you on one side causing the imbalances?.... One should seek the balance points even if it means leaving your extreme position...yes two extremes can balance each other out .....That does not cause unity...it promotes division....we should seek unity balance,peace and harmony.....one side cannot move towards balance without the other moving also..... I look at both extremes and say If I am taking both points of view and with understanding knowing both are extreme and then find the balance between the both at least I can stand in the middle point while the extremes are teetering back and forth.... Something to think about......

01/29/2025

The "spiritual abyss" is a potent metaphor used across various spiritual and mystical traditions to describe a profound state of emptiness, uncertainty, and potential for transformation. It signifies a liminal space encountered during spiritual journeys, often characterized by a sense of loss, confusion, or even fear, but ultimately leading to profound insights and a deeper connection to the self and the divine. [1, 2, 3]
Understanding the Abyss: [1, 2]

• A State of Dissolution: The abyss can be seen as a state of dissolution of the ego, where the familiar structures of identity and self-perception begin to crumble. This can be a challenging and unsettling experience, as it involves confronting the limitations of the ego and relinquishing the sense of control it provides. [1, 2]
• A Threshold to Transformation: Despite its challenging nature, the abyss is often seen as a necessary threshold for spiritual growth and transformation. It represents a space of potential, where the individual can shed old patterns, limitations, and fears, and emerge with a renewed sense of self and purpose. [1, 3]
• Encountering the Unknown: The abyss often signifies a confrontation with the unknown, a plunge into the depths of one's being and the vastness of existence. This can be a terrifying experience, but it also holds the potential for profound insights into the nature of reality and the interconnectedness of all things. [4, 5]
• A Place of Letting Go: Crossing the abyss often involves a process of letting go – relinquishing attachments to the past, fears of the future, and the need for control. This surrender to the unknown is a crucial step in embracing the transformative potential of the abyss. [3, 5]
• A Symbol of Chaos and Potential: In some traditions, the abyss is associated with primordial chaos, the formless void that existed before creation. This perspective highlights the abyss as a space of infinite potential, a fertile ground from which new possibilities and realities can emerge. [4, 6]

Examples and Interpretations: [1]

• Thelema: In Aleister Crowley's Thelema, the abyss represents a crucial stage in the spiritual journey, a barrier that must be crossed to attain higher consciousness. It is a place of confrontation with Choronzon, a demon symbolizing the fragmented and chaotic nature of the mind, which must be overcome to achieve spiritual unification. [1]
• The Diamond Approach: This spiritual school views the abyss as a space separating Being from the ego membrane. Crossing the abyss involves a complete abandonment of ego-identification and a merging with the true self, or Being. [2]
• Religious and Mythological Contexts: The abyss has also been used in various religious and mythological traditions to represent the underworld, the realm of the dead, or a chaotic primordial state. In Greek mythology, Tartarus was the god of the abyss, the deepest and darkest pit in the Underworld. [6, 7]
• Personal Experiences: Many individuals describe encountering the abyss during deep meditation, psychedelic experiences, or in moments of profound crisis or loss. These experiences can be deeply unsettling but also profoundly transformative, leading to a greater understanding of oneself and the nature of reality. [3, 5]

Navigating the Abyss: [3]

• Facing Fear and Uncertainty: The abyss can be a daunting experience, but it's important to face the fear and uncertainty with courage and openness. [3]
• Surrender and Trust: Letting go of control and surrendering to the unknown is crucial for traversing the abyss. This involves trusting in a higher power or the inherent wisdom of the universe. [3]
• Seeking Guidance and Support: Connecting with a spiritual teacher, mentor, or trusted community can provide guidance and support during the challenging journey through the abyss. [3]
• Embracing the Process: The abyss is not a destination but a process. It's important to embrace the journey, with its ups and downs, and to trust that it will lead to greater understanding and transformation. [3, 5]

In essence, the spiritual abyss is a powerful metaphor for the transformative potential of facing one's deepest fears and uncertainties. It's a space of potential, where the individual can shed old patterns, limitations, and fears and emerge with a renewed sense of self and purpose. [1, 3]

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[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abyss_(Thelema)[2] https://www.diamondapproach.org/glossary/refinery_phrases/abyss[3] https://emissaries.org/crossing-the-abyss/[4] https://www.abyss.com.au/en/blog/viewpost/581/exploring-the-abyss-a-comprehensive-guide-to-its-depths-and-mysteries[5] https://www.quora.com/What-are-your-experiences-encountering-and-integrating-the-abyss-while-in-meditation-or-on-psychedelic-substances[6] https://study.com/academy/lesson/tartarus-of-greek-mythology-definition-lesson-quiz.html[7] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abyss_(religion)

12/01/2024

This is interesting.....food for thought we have temples on the side of our head that are in line with the pineal gland (the third eye)..... Remember our bodies are The Temple of "God"...... The deeper you go you find hidden secrets in many things....

11/30/2024

In the Past few years I have made many posts about how the Sun,Moon,Planets,Galaxies and the whole of the Physical Universe are and do influence all humanity..... As above so below...... If one looks at all the cosmic activities over the last year then reflect what has transformed over the last year within our lives and the lives of all humans then you will become more aware of why and what is going on around us.....this is long yet in my opinion worth listening to....

The Great Solar Awakening: A Cosmic Energy Shift Is Here! 🌞On the last night of November, the universe will experience an unprecedented cosmic event that ha...

11/15/2024

I have not posted anything in a great while...... Those that have followed me from the start have been able to view many different and diverse paths, beliefs, and teachings. I stopped posting not because I haven't wanted to share more knowledge. I stopped because I felt that the knowledge I have shared could take life times to explore......At this point in time it seems all beliefs are saying the same thing... Ragnarok, Hopi, Mayan and many other beliefs even the Christian have Armageddon..... The Celestial Body is even going through great changes and in some cases destruction..... Only it's not destruction it's rebirth and starting new..... The Cosmos and us are one.... Remember we say "As above so below...."As within so without"..... What energy are we giving to the Collective Consciousness? One may justify their anger, hate, resentment,or any other negative energy feelings they have.... justified or not it's still negative energy..... If you have never read about Ragnarok I encourage you to do so.... Look at from a Myth with hidden Spiritual Meaning.... When two opposing or total opposites meet there is only one out come... Remember no matter what path you follow or believe in as all the stories go after the total collide of opposites and the chaos that comes with it peace and joy will begin anew...... How we face the trials at this time is the exact energy we place into the Collective Consciousness.....
Remember.. ALL ARE ONE and ONE IS ALL..... I will see you "On The Other Side"

Ragnarok is the cataclysmic destruction of the cosmos and everything in it – even the gods. When Norse mythology is considered as a chronological set of tales, the story of Ragnarok naturally comes at the very end. For the Vikings, the myth of Ragnarok was a prophecy of what was to come at some un...

06/03/2024

Simply put....nothing lasts forever don't worry about when something or someone is gone. By the same token don't allow yourself to be trapped into the what was.... enjoy the here and now ...

05/19/2024

Remember....... When climbing the mountain there are many beautiful things to see along the way that may distract us from our goal.... The beauty of conquering the mountain and reaching the summit won't be found midway through the journey.....

04/23/2024

Remember a caterpillar and a butterfly are made up of and from the same molecular pool.... It's only how they are put together that makes the difference between the two.....So too are we.... It's how you arrange things in your life that makes for a positive or negative experience......The choice is ours.