By Sheila Marina, Planet of Peace Energy Healing
There’s a silent ache many carry, often unspoken, yet deeply felt—a yearning for something just out of reach. This is the emotion of Longing. It can show up as a desire for a love that never arrived, a connection that slipped away, a past we wish to relive, or a future we keep chasing but never quite catch. It’s the tender ache in the chest, the lump in the throat, the gaze fixed on what might have been.
While longing may seem romantic or poetic on the surface, when it becomes trapped, it can silently drain us. Over time, this emotion can influence our choices, relationships, and sense of self-worth. We might find ourselves repeating patterns of dissatisfaction, endlessly searching, or feeling as though something vital is missing—even when everything looks fine from the outside.
What is a Trapped Emotion?
According to Dr. Bradley Nelson in his powerful book, The Emotion Code, a trapped emotion is emotional energy that becomes lodged in the body during a moment of intense emotional experience. Instead of fully processing and releasing the feeling, the body “locks it away” to cope in the moment. Over time, this trapped energy can create imbalances that affect our mental, emotional, and even physical health.
Longing, in particular, may become trapped during moments of grief, loss, rejection, or abandonment—when our soul reached for something we couldn’t have, and our heart broke just a little in the process.
The Energetic Weight of Longing
Trapped Longing can whisper lies to us. It may tell us that we’re not complete, that our happiness depends on someone else, or that fulfillment is always just beyond the next horizon. It can keep us rooted in the past or constantly yearning for the future, robbing us of presence and peace in the here and now.
You might carry this emotion if you’ve ever caught yourself saying:
- “If only I had…”
- “I wish I could go back to…”
- “I’ll be happy when…”
Releasing Longing: A Gentle Return to Wholeness
The beautiful truth is that you don’t have to keep carrying Longing. Through the energy healing method of The Emotion Code, we can locate, identify, and release this trapped emotion—often within moments.
The process is gentle, yet profound. Together, we connect with your subconscious mind to uncover where Longing is stored in your body, trace it to its origin, and clear it using magnetic energy and intention. Clients often describe the release as a soft exhale of the soul. Some feel lighter. Others experience immediate emotional clarity or deeper sleep. Almost everyone feels more like themselves again—only freer.
Your Invitation to Let Go
Longing doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you cared deeply. You hoped. You dreamed. That’s part of your beauty. But now, it may be time to release the ache and return to peace.
Imagine what your life might look like if you no longer held onto the past or waited for the future to fulfill you. Imagine feeling whole—right now, just as you are.
If you’re ready to release the emotion of Longing or any other weight you’ve been carrying, I’d be honoured to walk that journey with you. I offer virtual sessions worldwide, helping people just like you reconnect with their peace and purpose.
You can book a session with me, Sheila Marina at Planet of Peace Energy Healing, by visiting:
🌿 planetofpeace.setmore.com
And if you’re curious to learn more about trapped emotions and the healing wisdom of energy work, I encourage you to read The Emotion Code by Dr. Bradley Nelson. It just might change your life.
With compassion and peace,
Sheila
Energy Healer, Peace-Bringer, and Heart Listener