Nature as Aid for Healing
Steps to integrating natural architecture into the process of couple's therapy.
The setting is ccrucial for dealing with tough subjects, speacially as emotions run wild, it is found that nature is an ideal setting to heal as a couples. Couple's therapy can create an environment that fosters harmony, understanding, and emotional well-being. Let's revisit the steps with this integration:
Create a Calm Atmosphere:
Natural Integration: Incorporate elements like indoor plants, natural light, or a small indoor fountain in your "Peace Corner". The presence of nature can have a calming effect and promote a sense of tranquility.
Exercise: Design your space together, choosing plants or natural elements that both of you find soothing.
Communicate Openly and Respectfully:
Natural Integration: Use natural materials like wood or stone in your space, which can evoke a grounding, earthy feeling, conducive to open and honest communication.
Exercise: Sit on wooden chairs or a stone bench during your "Mirror Technique" sessions to feel more grounded.
Listen Actively:
Natural Integration: Introduce a water element, like a small indoor waterfall or fountain. The sound of water can aid in creating a peaceful environment that enhances focus and active listening.
Exercise: Practice your listening sessions with the gentle sound of water in the background.
Seek Common Ground:
Natural Integration: Use a wooden table or a surface with a natural texture for writing down your points of agreement. The natural textures can subconsciously encourage a feeling of coming together, much like roots or branches intertwining.
Exercise: Create your solution lists on paper made from recycled materials, symbolizing renewal and growth.
Take a Break if Needed:
Natural Integration: Have a small balcony garden or a window view of nature for your time-outs. Natural scenery can significantly aid in reducing stress and clearing the mind.
Exercise: During a time-out, individually spend time in this natural space, perhaps tending to plants or simply enjoying the view.
Agree to Disagree if Necessary:
Natural Integration: The "Let It Be" jar can be made of glass or another natural material, filled with sand or pebbles, connecting the act of letting go with the timeless elements of earth.
Exercise: When placing issues in the jar, add a natural element like a leaf or a flower petal, symbolizing the natural cycle of growth and decay.
End on a Positive Note:
Natural Integration: Incorporate a ritual that involves a natural element, like lighting a naturally scented candle or sitting by a fire pit, to create a warm, comforting conclusion.
Exercise: Share your appreciation for each other in this naturally lit ambiance.
Reflect and Learn:
Natural Integration: Use a journal made of recycled or organic materials. Being in contact with natural materials during reflection can foster a sense of authenticity and growth.
Exercise: Write in your journal while sitting in a space with natural elements, allowing the environment to inspire introspection.
By weaving natural architecture into your relationship practices, you create not just a physical space, but also an emotional environment that nurtures growth, understanding, and a deep connection with each other and the world around you.
Thank You for reading,
Adaya S.