Self-Healing Practices from a Traumatic City Environment

A city environment is typically shaped by human technology, production, and design. It often deprives us of the beauty of the natural world, consisting of elements untouched by human intervention. As a result, living in urban areas disconnects many of us from nature, making life feel more challenging. When people are not connected to nature, they also tend to lose control over their emotions. Naturally, when an individual cannot manage their emotions, they become vulnerable to the many problems that city life presents.

The routine and pressures of urban living can strip away our humanity, especially for young people. This disconnection often leads us astray, making it seem unnecessary to seek positive role models. Many youths, in turn, end up in gangs, abusing themselves and others without mercy.

We know that there is a stigma surrounding the idea of opening up about the abuses we endure or the challenges we face. Furthermore, there is a lack of safe spaces—especially for young men and boys—to share their feelings and learn how to manage their emotions in a society where almost everyone feels the need to prove something.

The world is full of challenges, and everyone has their share of struggles. The traumatic environments we inhabit condition us to remain in a state of constant fight or flight. Few people feel safe enough to reflect or initiate positive change.

Self-Healing Process

Nature Therapy

I am not financially capable of affording nature therapy in the city. I live and work in places that leave me vulnerable to the artificial and polluted environment around me. Therefore, I cannot fully experience the fresh air or the calming sights of nature.

I’ve been unable to find ways to regularly interact with plants, walk barefoot on natural surfaces like wood or stones, or breathe in fresh, clean air.

How can I raise my energy daily?

Natural Medicine

It is often argued that pharmaceutical medicine is not the only path to healing. There are natural remedies that work just as well. These include daily exercise, fasting, eating wholesome natural food, getting enough sleep, enjoying sunlight, reading insightful material, and staying hydrated.

Self-Care

For the past two years, I have made a habit of reminding myself each morning how fortunate I am to be able to talk, walk, stretch, and breathe properly. I state positive affirmations like, “Today is a great day for positive change.” I also focus on nourishing my body by eating whatever is available. This daily routine helps me maintain a sense of well-being.

Conclusion

The natural ecosystem—comprising elements like waterfalls and plants—has a naturally high vibration. According to the law of energy exchange, this vibration flows from higher to lower areas. This is why being in nature feels so rejuvenating, especially when we make direct contact with it.

As human beings, we are often poor observers, prone to superstition, bias, and the tendency to see what we want instead of what truly is. As a result, many of us fail to recognize that city life not only causes economic strain but also deprives us of nature’s healing vibrations.

When our hearts yearn to heal, and even when we believe we are on the path to recovery, we must not lose sight of the importance of nature, natural medicine, and self-care. We must remember that loving others and ourselves is a powerful form of medicine. Practices such as gratitude, letting go of past hurts, meditation, positive thinking, and forgiveness—both of ourselves and others—are essential to healing.