self healing meditation

Ask a doctor, therapist, or any sexual harassment attorney in California, and you’ll learn that the fallout from sexual harassment can be devastating. This can range from the elderly being abused in a nursing home, to workplace incidents.

There are numerous deleterious physical and psychological effects that are born of harassment, and in order to counteract them, survivors can learn a few self-care strategies that allow them to stay healthy and process their emotions in a timely manner.

Recognize the Importance of Physical and Emotional Care

It’s important for survivors that care following trauma is often two-fold, embodying both physical and emotional dimensions you should pay attention to. 

The physical components include getting enough sleep, eating the right foods, exercising, and other activities that keep your body moving and protecting it from illness. On the emotional front, you’ll want to adopt strategies that help you feel balanced and in control of your existence. The Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network recommends asking yourself the following questions to asses and improve your emotional wellbeing:

  • What fun activities did you enjoy prior to your trauma?
  • Are you using a journal to keep track of your thoughts?
  • Have you practiced meditation or relaxation activities?
  • What words of inspiration resonate with you?
  • Who did you spend time with before your trauma?
  • Where did you spend your time that was special to you?

While concentrating on these two dimensions of self-care, you’ll want to remember that it’s not an endeavor you have to tackle alone. Having friends to rely on is actually the next component of care you’ll want to pay attention to.

Surround Yourself With Other People

You don’t have to go it alone, even if you are trying to practice self-care for your trauma. One of the best strategies you can adopt is to surround yourself with supportive friends and loved ones who will keep you in the moment and help build you up.

You might also try turning to supportive groups — ones with other people who have been similarly affected by harassment and will allow you to share your experiences in a non-judgemental fashion. You can learn from others like you, and even grow as you work through your trauma and toward a state of peace.

Find Your Outlets

Healing can come to you in the form of hobbies. If you have an outlet where you can channel your emotions and express yourself, you can work on your mind and body, hopefully achieving clarity as you pour time into said activity of choice. 

Maybe you enjoy creative pursuits like music, drawing, or writing? Alternatively, you may enjoy physical activities like weightlifting or bike riding. Either way find something to immerse yourself in and it can take your mind off your struggles.