Healing Quote by Bonnie Badenoch
““Part of the shelter for these wounded ones involves the emergence of what we are calling protectors, aspects of ourselves that actively engage an inner and outer worlds to keep more hurt coming to those already injured. They also support the seawall that keeps the pain, fear, rage, sorrow and other inner experiences from continually welling up to threaten daily functioning.””
About This Quote
We develop protective inner aspects that guard the vulnerable parts of ourselves and prevent overwhelming negative emotions from disrupting daily life.
In simple terms: Inner protectors shield us from emotional overwhelm.
Cultivate inner protectors to maintain emotional balance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stressful workdays
- personal trauma
- relationship tension
- mental health crises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner protectors have you noticed?
- How can you balance protection with feeling?
Overreliance on protectors may isolate emotions, hindering processing.