OK, so why are there national prevention months? Hallmark seemed to corner the market on Sweetest Day, Grandparents Day, and many others. National prevention months that are implemented are very effective in keeping us grounded and waking us up to a variety of atrocities that occur. As my dear friend and mentor Dr. Hammerschlag states in his book , ” Healing Ceremonies and Rituals, “ rituals keep us grounded and remind us to practice what is important. We frequently see this in all religions. The practice of rituals and ceremonies focus us into prayer, meditation, and giving back.
Having an awareness month aids us in bringing these issues to the forefront. Give back! Find a cause. Even in this struggling economy, one can find a few dollars to send to a variety of support groups. Please visit www.feathersforfreedom.com for a few organizations that I strongly support. By helping one child get through their trauma, you are actually helping many. Our goal is they will learn to trust, love, and allow themselves to be loved.
Abused victims can be distrustful and hesitant to accept love. They do not feel worthy of accepting someone else’s love. When they resolve these issues, find their inner self and their attributes, they become empowered and not only accept but can give back.
With April comes Spring, a time for new beginnings. Thawing of frozen ground, warmth of sunshine, and the awakening of nature commences. Healing begins the same way. A thawing of frozen memories,with an awakening of a new person, a person who was always there, they just could not see their beauty.
Get involved and feel the rewards of giving something back. You will not regret it, I promise you.
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