Anguish is not an emotion but the protection from a devastating emotion. The location in the body where anguish manifests indicates the underlying emotion. The presence of anguish necessarily points to an ancient emotion we were unable to experience or one that belonged to an ancestor. Since it serves as protection, anguish needs our care and gratitude.

Communicate with anguish, acknowledging its role as a protector. Express that you are now capable of managing that emotion. Gradually recognize the underlying emotion, if it surfaces, and greet it. Remind the emotion that it comes from the past, that its role has ended, yet it can stay if needed to bid farewell.

Express gratitude for circumstances that awaken anguish, allowing the release of ancient blockages. Speak to anguish:

Centered and breathing slowly.

Me to anguish: I greet you and thank you for your protection today. Something has just occurred that stirs something very ancient in me. Thank you for shielding me from it.

Today is different from yesterday. I have grown. I can handle what is happening. What you show me has already ended.

Me to the hidden emotion behind anguish: This has already passed. Everything was necessary as it was. Thank you.

I offer my time and body for you to withdraw at your own pace.