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THE FIVE SOUL WOUNDS

My work with Soul Wound Healing is inspired by the understanding of the five soul wounds as described by Lise Bourbeau. Below, you will find more information about each of these wounds, offering insight into how they may show up in your life and which one may be asking for healing.

From a soul perspective, we are not broken or flawed for carrying these wounds. Your soul chose to incarnate with certain themes and lessons, and soul wounds are part of that journey. When a wound is active, it often reveals itself through recurring experiences, emotional triggers, or patterns that feel painful or limiting. These moments are gentle invitations from your soul, asking for the wound to be seen, understood, and healed.

If you recognize yourself in one or more of the soul wounds described below, know that this recognition is a powerful first step. These wounds are not here to define you, but to guide you back to wholeness. By bringing awareness and healing to them, you create the opportunity to release old patterns of pain and step into a life that feels more aligned, free, and true to who you are at a soul level.

REJECTION

The soul wound of rejection carries the feeling that your very being or your right to exist is not fully accepted. This wound often begins very early in life, sometimes from birth, and can be connected to experiences with the parent of the same sex. Subtle or overt, the moments of felt rejection leave energetic imprints that influence how you relate to yourself and the world. To protect themselves, people with this wound often withdraw, avoid attention, or retreat into their inner world. Over time, this can lead to self-rejection, perfectionism, and a deep sense of unworthiness. Healing this wound helps you reconnect with your inherent value, take up space with confidence, and embrace the love and belonging you deserve.

Signs of the Rejection Wound

  • A strong need for solitude or feeling uncomfortable in the spotlight

  • Withdrawing from others or avoiding attention; making yourself invisible

  • Daydreaming, being in your own world or dissociating

  • Feeling unworthy, unlovable, or not good enough

  • Perfectionism as a way to prevent further rejection

  • Attracting or perceiving rejection in relationships or circumstances

ABANDONMENT

The wound of abandonment emerges when your soul feels unsupported, alone, or disconnected from the people who are meant to care for you. Often originating in early childhood, this wound can create a deep fear of being left behind or left out. People carrying this wound may struggle with attachment, become overly dependent on others, or have difficulty trusting that they will be cared for. Healing this wound helps you develop a sense of inner security, self-reliance, and trust in the flow of life.

 

Signs of the Abandonment Wound

  • Awakened between 1-3 years old

  • Strong need for attention, affection, and support

  • Difficulty making decisions or acting independently

  • Emotional dependency on others

  • Mood swings linked to others’ presence or approval

  • Tendency to feel unworthy or ashamed

  • Feeling lonely

HUMILIATION

The humiliation wound is born from experiences where you felt shamed, belittled, or exposed. It can lead to hiding parts of yourself, feeling embarrassed about your needs or desires, and being overly self-conscious. People with this wound often try to avoid attention or conform to others’ expectations to protect themselves. Healing this wound allows you to reclaim your dignity, express your authentic self, and live without the fear of judgement.

Signs of the Humiliation Wound

  • ​​ Awakened between 1-3 years old

  • Feeling embarrassed or ashamed of your true self

  • Avoiding attention or hiding aspects of your personality

  • Overly sensitive to criticism or judgement

  • Difficulty asserting yourself or speaking up

  • Seeking approval or fearing disapproval

  • Compensating and/or rewarding yourself with food

  • Feeling unworthy of your needs being met

BETRAYAL

The betrayal wound arises when trust is broken, often by someone you depended on or considered safe. It can leave lingering fear, suspicion, or difficulty forming deep connections. People with this wound may struggle to trust themselves or others, become hyper-vigilant, or unconsciously attract situations where trust is challenged. Healing this wound fosters trust, emotional resilience, and the ability to connect openly and authentically with others.

Signs of the Betrayal Wound

  • ​​ Awakened between 2-4 years old

  • Difficulty trusting others or yourself

  • Fear of being hurt or deceived

  • Hyper-vigilance in relationships

  • Difficulty forming deep or intimate connections

  • Attracting situations where trust is tested

INJUSTICE

The injustice wound emerges when you feel overlooked, treated unfairly, or unacknowledged. It often leads to strong feelings of anger, resentment, or frustration and can create a sense of being powerless or unworthy. People with this wound may become perfectionistic, rigid, or overly controlling in an attempt to regain a sense of fairness and order. Healing this wound allows you to release resentment, trust in life’s balance, and embrace your own power and self-worth.

Signs of the Injustice Wound

  • Awakened between 3-5 years old

  • Strong feelings of anger, frustration, or resentment, or cut off from feelings

  • Difficulty asking for and/or accepting help or support

  • Perfectionism or rigidity in trying to regain control

  • Feeling powerless or unrecognized

  • A deep need for fairness and justice

  • Comparing yourselves to others

  • Finding it unfair to receive less than others, but even more unfair to receive more than others

  • Difficulty enjoying yourself without feeling guilty

  • Burnout

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