What Is Shadow Work? - Teal Swan

For a lot of people, the term shadow work conjures up all kinds of negative and dark associations. Because of those associations we have with the word shadow, it is easy to think that shadow work is a dark spiritual practice or that it is internal work that involves the more negative or sinister aspects of our personality. In truth, neither is the case. So what exactly is the human shadow? In this episode, Teal explains what shadow work is exactly.

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Teal Swan is a revolutionary for personal transformation and is one of The Most Spiritually Influential Living People in the world. As a renowned author, speaker and social media star, she travels the world teaching self-development and teaching people how to transform their emotional, mental, physical and spiritual pain.

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Kuan Yin's Mantra (c) 2002 Lisa Thiel

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[iceharmonyrl]

You have to go to your darkest side to see whats blocking the light.

[Slaterybooker]

Too true! I have a theory the reason people change when drunk is that they lose the ability to suppress their shadow side.

[rajvimittal]

"Shadow work is the highest form of light work that you can do"

[jennifer_of_all_tradez]

Children are to be seen and not heard...now I know why I’m so self conscious about talking in front of a bunch of people...smh...I’m trying so hard to heal my true self and finally live!

[exo]

Shadow work is the most important work I've ever done. It is difficult work but it has been the greatest blessing in my life. Blessings to all on this journey.

[naturallymolly]

I literally can't believe am running into this in 2024🤦. Anyway let the journey begin.

[isaiahharris]

You ever feel like you're at war with yourself?

[peony]

I wish I had seen this 17 years ago when I first became a mother. Or heard this message for myself, when I myself was a child.

[josianemenard]

I can’t believe how precise and how heartwarming and validating this has been. Thank you.

[sevenmetals]

This is a great basic explanation of the shadow. Thanks, Teal. Well done. Even Jung became frustrated when people over-analyzed the shadow saying (in effect) "No! The shadow is simply the unconscious!"

[wenfox]

shadow work is a term used to describe becoming more aware of yourself, and what's TRULY going  within you. its self awareness, and understanding. And re-feeling old wounds. Good job as always dear Teal, love and namaste <3

[ZeeAzman]

For all the wisdom and instructions on better self-awareness in her videos, I have to admit the reason I keep coming back and subscribed to this channel is because I live for those adorably awkward laughs.. 🥰

[titodelbloke]

Imagine a dark room that contains all that hidden stuff, now imagine that you turn on a very powerful and illuminating light, now you are able to see everything in there, now its your desicion to keep them with you or to dispose them.

[FocusReborn]

Change is comin' through my shadow!!

[jillianleda]

Im a Scorpio light and shadow worker. Every end and middle of the spectrum is fine with me. I feel whatever comes with fullness. I'm not a bread crust I am a kicking screaming fighting loving human being 💙💜❤💚💛 Thank you I love you 💞

[quietstormrj]

Amazing. I’m 26 years old and as I’m watching this video today, I indeed recognize that my shadow could definitely use some light after years of being avoided. Point Blank. If I wish to reach my highest potential, I have got to integrate my light with shadow. Blessed be and Namaste!

[themantrawomankey]

I love Teal. I truly do. You taught me how to get close to myself.

[isaiahharris]

THAAAANK YOU TEAL, it's weird how you release a video that helps me right when I need it, actually I guess it's not that weird. The universe brings what we need:)

[KENJAAAHHHH]

When she said “ we are born whole” my mouth dropped bc I can honestly say I can’t remember the last time I was whole damn. Definitely brought up old feelings. Great video though <3 <3

[AlexanderThaG]

Love the content! The maniacal laugh at 7:25 mark is Epic! yep, shadow works certainly feels like dying sometimes, and getting over it yields better self-awareness and potential for spiritual growth. Namaste, Teal!