The Voice of our Humanity: A Path of Healing and Transformation

In an ever-changing world, where the hustle and bustle of modern life can often drown out our true essence, it becomes vital to rediscover and express the voice of our humanity. This unique and authentic inner voice is the key to our personal and collective fulfilment. But why is this voice often wounded, and why is it so crucial to heal it now, more than ever?

The Roots of the Wounds of the Inner Voice

Social and cultural pressures

From the moment we take our first steps, we are confronted with norms and expectations that influence our behaviour and the way we express ourselves. To stay connected, and because their survival depends on the connection with their parents or carers, a child will prefer to keep their voice quiet if they feel it could jeopardise that connection.

Pressures can encourage us to conform, to hide our true nature, creating deep wounds. This dissonance between who we are and what we show the world can erode our confidence and authenticity.

Traumatic Experiences

Trauma, whether large or small, leaves emotional scars that can block our expression. Human beings generally need to be supported in their emotional pain: for there to be a caring space so that their pain can simply be felt, and the emotions linked to it can complete their natural cycle.

Events such as destructive criticism or rejection can make us doubt the value of our voice and our right to express ourselves.

Family Context

The family plays a crucial role in the development of our inner voice. Family environments where we don't feel safe to express ourselves freely and be heard can stifle our ability to speak and live our truth.

The Intelligence of the Muted Voice

There have been, and still are, times in humanity and places in the world when it is wise not to speak out, because our safety could be at risk.

Thomas Hübl often reminds us that the most traumatised voice does not express itself. For this reason, when there's a road accident, for example, first-aiders are trained to go to the people who don't speak, rather than those who are heard or seen calling out for help.

The Importance of Healing and Revealing the Voice of our Humanity

While it may have been intelligent to remain silent in the past (our own, our ancestors' or the collective), our voice matters now. It carries our values, our wisdom, our experiences and our aspirations. And, as a result, our ability to have an impact on the world. Rediscovering the voice of our humanity, particularly in the current context, is crucial for several profound and interconnected reasons:

Reconnecting to our emotions :

We live in an age of technological, social and ecological upheaval. In the face of this complexity, it's easy to become disconnected from ourselves, to automate our reactions, and to conform to external expectations. By expressing our emotions, we can restore an authentic connection with ourselves and with others, fostering a more balanced and resilient life.

Asserting our values :

In a world where external voices - the media, social networks, institutions - often dominate the narrative, it's becoming essential to reaffirm what we believe to be deeply right. By rediscovering our own voice, we can live in alignment with our values and help to create a more conscious and just world.

Honouring wisdom and ancestral heritage :

Our ancestors lived through experiences, accumulated knowledge and developed rituals that were rooted in survival, community and a relationship with the natural world. Today, many of these traditions have been eclipsed by a fast-paced, consumerist society. By reconnecting with this ancient wisdom, we are reconnecting with a thousand years of knowledge that reminds us that we are part of a greater whole and that there are valuable lessons to be learned from our past.

Be a voice for our ancestors who could not express themselves :

In many cases, our ancestors were silenced, whether by systems of oppression such as slavery, colonialism or other forms of domination. Their voices were silenced by violence, survival and injustice. By rediscovering our own voice today, we honour their memory and their experience, by expressing what they were unable to say. It is an act of collective healing, transforming the wounds of the past into strength for the future. Expressing these stories restores dignity to human relationships.

Acknowledging the sacredness of life :

In a materialistic world, it's easy to forget the sacred, whether in nature, human relationships or the simple moments of everyday life. Reconnecting with the sacred means recognising that there is a transcendent dimension to every being and every experience that deserves respect and reverence. It nurtures a sense of belonging and humility in the face of the universe.

Preserving authenticity in communication :

Finding your voice in a climate of polarisation allows you to re-establish truer, more transparent communication. This is particularly relevant at times of crisis or tension, when authentic conversations can build bridges of understanding and healing.

In short, rediscovering the voice of our humanity helps us to navigate these chaotic times by remaining rooted in deep inner truths, while reconnecting with essential links - those with ourselves, others, nature and the sacred.

How to heal the Voice of Humanity

Healing our voice of humanity requires a process of introspection, authenticity and connection.

First of all, it's about taking the time to reconnect with yourself, by listening to your emotions, your body and your intuition, which are often buried under layers of social conditioning or trauma. Meditation, writing and therapeutic work are powerful ways of exploring this inner voice.

Secondly, it is essential toexpress this voice without fear of judgement, whether through art, words or exchanges with others, by daring to share one's truth, even when it is vulnerable. Working in a benevolent group also plays a central role in this process: it is a a systemic space for healing where the individual can experience the safety of being listened to, heard and welcomed without judgement. These supportive environments allow our nervous system to ‘catch up’ and integrate the idea that ‘my voice, my words are welcome. I can express myself safely’.

Finally, caring for our voice involves reconciling with our history and that of our ancestors, releasing the burdens of the past and rediscovering a sacred link with nature, the living and the spiritual. It's a process of deep listening and respect for ourselves, others and the world, nurturing a more conscious and connected humanity.

By rediscovering and nurturing our voice of humanity, we open the way to more authentic expression and deeper relationships with ourselves, others and the world around us. This approach, both individual and collective, is an essential step towards a more aligned, meaningful and caring existence.