?? Letters to Your Future Self: Empowering Healing for C-Section Moms

Hey Mama! Every Monday, I want to remind and empower you to redefine motherhood on your terms—without the dreaded mom guilt. This is your way to find yourself.

If we haven't met yet, I am Cora, a mindfulness coach for c-section moms, helping you heal through the power of words.

Here is your guidance ?

Writing to Your Future Self

The act of writing a letter to your future self can serve as a profound tool for healing. It allows you to articulate your current emotions, envision your desired future, and lay out a path to get there.

In this reflective exercise, you engage in a dialogue with your evolving self, creating a sense of continuity and hope. By documenting your journey, you witness your growth and find power in your resilience.

Free Write First

I encourage free writing because being specific before gaining clarity will only generate doubt. Consider these three questions:

1. What are you going through now?
2. Where do you want to be in the future?
3. What are you going to do to get there?

Remember, the first draft doesn't have to be perfect, so do not seek perfection here. This letter is for you; sharing can prevent it from coming to fruition.

Sample Free Writing Letter:

Dear Future Self,

Right now, I'm feeling overwhelmed with the demands of motherhood and recovering from my c-section. My days are filled with a mix of joy and exhaustion. I dream of a future where I feel confident, balanced, and fully healed. I plan to embrace self-care, seek support, and practice mindfulness to achieve this. My journey involves learning to be present, finding peace in small moments, and celebrating every little victory. Keep going, and remember to cherish the small victories along the way.

The Power Players

I find this to be the most impactful. Go back and read your letter to your future self. These are things you should look for:

1. Do any of the words in your letter have doubtful power? (e.g., maybe, possibly)
2. Do any of the words in your letter lack confidence? (e.g., not, don't, can't)
3. Do any of the sentences begin like this: "I am..."? (Note: Do not use "I am" unless you are sure without a doubt that you will take the necessary steps to become or do what is stated after "I am.")
4. Refrain from using "we" in your letter. You are a different person than you were yesterday, just as you will be when you read this letter again at a future date.
5. Does this letter give you a boost of energy?

The key is not to compete with another mom, try to obtain what someone else has, or change something to brag. If these are your intentions, the outcome will be the opposite of your intention.

Revised Letter:

Dear Future Self,

I am overcoming the challenges of motherhood and recovery from my c-section. Each day, I navigate a blend of joy and exhaustion with grace. I envision a future where I embody confidence, balance, and complete healing. My commitment is to embrace self-care, seek out support, and consistently practice mindfulness to achieve this vision. Every moment of presence, peace, and celebration in small victories brings me closer to my goals. I possess the power, resilience, and worthiness to progress and thrive.

Your Turn

Reflect on the transformative power of writing to your future self. Use free writing to articulate your current state, your goals, and your plan.

Then, refine your words to ensure they carry power, confidence, and positivity. This exercise is not just about the letter; it's about the journey of healing and growth.

With gratitude,

Cora H.

P.S. DM me "words" to start your healing journey today.