Resentment Labyrinth Walk
Materials Needed:
To Support Feeling:
Resentful
How to Do It
If you have access to a labyrinth, use it; otherwise, create a simple labyrinth or spiral on the ground with stones or chalk. Walk slowly through the labyrinth, focusing on each step and consciously releasing resentment with each breath. When you reach the center, pause to acknowledge the feelings you’ve released, then walk back out, symbolizing your journey toward clarity and peace.
Why It Works
Walking a labyrinth is a symbolic journey that mirrors the process of moving through and releasing negative emotions. The structured path helps guide your mind in processing and letting go of resentment.
Guided Practice
Find a space where you can walk in a spiral or labyrinth pattern. Stand comfortably at the entrance and close your eyes.
Take a deep breath and feel the ground beneath your feet, and take a few deep breaths to prepare for your walk notice any tension or heaviness in your body, and allow yourself to become aware of your intention for this practice. Begin to walk slowly and mindfully along the path, staying present with each step. As you walk, bring to mind any feelings of resentment or unresolved emotions. Notice where these feelings reside in your body—perhaps a tightness in your chest or a heaviness in your shoulders. Stay with the sensation, allowing yourself to fully experience it as you continue walking. As you follow the path, imagine the twists and turns of the labyrinth helping to unwind these feelings. Feel each step as a release, each turn as an opportunity to let go. Allow the walking to become a process of transformation, letting the path guide you deeper into a state of release and understanding. When you reach the center of the labyrinth, pause for a moment. Take a few deep breaths and notice any shifts in your body or mind. Feel the space within you that has been created by letting go, the lightness that comes with release. When you are ready, slowly begin your walk back out, taking with you a sense of clarity and renewal.