🌱Rise Again: How to Reclaim Your Power, Heal Self-Sabotage, and Embrace a Resurrection of Self
Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions — showing up for work, family, friends — but feeling disconnected from your true self?
You’re not alone. In fact, studies show that up to 70% of people report feeling "stuck" at some point in their lives, according to a 2022 report from the American Psychological Association.¹
But here's the truth many of us forget:
You are not here merely to survive — you are here to live fully, freely, and joyfully.
And sometimes, to get there, you need a resurrection of self. 🌟
🦋 What Does It Mean to Resurrect Yourself?
Resurrecting yourself isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's not about pushing harder, performing better, or looking good on paper.
It's about coming back to life — the life aligned with your true essence.
Many of us bury parts of ourselves under old identities, outdated beliefs, or fear-based patterns. Over time, we become versions of ourselves that fit expectations but suffocate our spirit.
Psychologists call this self-alienation — a phenomenon where individuals feel estranged from their authentic desires and emotions.² Left unchecked, it can lead to burnout, depression, and loss of meaning.
A resurrection of self means reviving the parts of you that have been silenced, neglected, or numbed out.
It means rising again — emotionally, mentally, energetically — after seasons of survival.
🚫 What’s Keeping You Buried? The Self-Sabotage Trap
While life’s challenges — trauma, loss, systemic barriers — can bury us, sometimes we also dig the hole ourselves.
This isn’t about blame — it’s about compassion and awareness.
Self-sabotage happens when internal fears keep us from stepping into our full potential.
According to a study published in the Journal of Behavioral Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, self-sabotaging behaviors are often rooted in fear of failure, fear of success, and low self-esteem.³
Common forms of self-sabotage include:
Procrastination on meaningful goals
Staying in toxic environments because they feel familiar
Doubting your worth, even when evidence says otherwise
Self-sabotage is not a reflection of your ability — it’s a defense mechanism rooted in fear.
But the good news? You have the power to dismantle it. 🛡️
✨ 5 Steps to Resurrect Your True Self
If you're ready to step into a new season of wholeness, here’s a path forward:
1. Name What Needs to Die
Identify the thoughts, roles, and behaviors that no longer align with your growth.
What stories am I telling myself that keep me small?
What fears am I carrying that aren’t mine to hold anymore?
Awareness is the first act of liberation.
2. Create a Ritual of Release
Rituals help signal to your mind and body that a transition is taking place.
Research shows that even simple symbolic acts (like writing and burning a letter) can reduce psychological distress and enhance emotional closure.⁴
Ideas:
Write a goodbye letter to your past self
Declutter your space with intention
Take a cleansing bath and affirm your release
3. Reclaim Your Power Daily
Healing isn’t a one-time moment — it’s daily choices.
Speak to yourself with kindness
Set boundaries without guilt
Celebrate small wins without waiting for external validation
Over time, small acts of self-loyalty create massive inner change. 🌸
4. Get Support
Healing doesn’t have to be lonely.
Whether it’s therapy, coaching, community spaces, or trusted friends, resurrection is lighter when shared.
Studies show that strong social support is one of the greatest predictors of resilience and life satisfaction.⁵
You don't have to rise alone. 🤝
5. Affirm the New You — Even Before You See Her
Affirmations aren’t cheesy — they’re powerful tools for rewiring your mindset.
According to neuroscience research published in Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, practicing self-affirmations can activate the brain’s reward centers, helping people become more resilient to threat and self-doubt.⁶
Start simple:
"I am worthy of the life I envision."
"I choose growth over fear."
"Even in my becoming, I am enough."
Speak life over yourself — even on the hard days.
🌻 Final Thoughts: Your Rising Is Sacred
Resurrection isn’t always loud.
Sometimes, it's in the quiet moments: the morning you choose yourself. The boundary you finally hold. The dream you dare to believe in again.
No matter how buried you’ve felt, your story isn’t over.
You get to rise — stronger, wiser, and freer.
Your season of resurrection has already begun. 🌅
Honor it.
Protect it.
And most importantly — believe in it.
🎧 Ready to Go Deeper?
If today’s message stirred something in you, listen to the full conversation on my latest podcast episode:
👉 Resurrection of Self: Breaking Free from Self-Sabotage & Rising Into Your Power
You’ll find guided steps, powerful affirmations, and a soul-centered reminder that you are already enough, even in your becoming. 💖
And if you’re ready to nurture your healing journey even further, check out the Love Yourself Journal and the Mastering Self-Care series — designed to help you rise, reflect, and reclaim your peace one day at a time.
✨ You deserve a life that feels like home within yourself.
📚 Sources:
American Psychological Association, Feeling Stuck: How to Get Unstuck, 2022
Baumeister, R. F., The Self Explained: Why We Become Alienated from Ourselves, 2021
Journal of Behavioral Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, Understanding the Roots of Self-Sabotage, 2020
Psychological Science, Rituals and Emotional Closure, 2015
Frontiers in Psychology, The Role of Social Support in Building Resilience, 2018
Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, How Self-Affirmations Strengthen the Brain, 2016
Until next time, remember: Love yourself first, take up space, and never apologize for choosing you. ✨
Sending you love and light,
Rho
