Grief is one of the most profound emotional experiences we face as human beings. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, the death of a dream, or the quiet sorrow of unmet expectations, grief touches us all at some point in life. But what happens when that grief lingers—when it becomes stuck in the body and refuses to release?
According to Dr. Bradley Nelson, creator of The Emotion Code, unprocessed emotions like grief can become trapped in the body, leading to emotional, mental, and even physical challenges that may remain long after the original event has passed.
What Is a Trapped Emotion?
As explained in The Emotion Code, a trapped emotion is a ball of energy created when we experience a strong emotional response but are unable to fully process or release it at the time. These energies can lodge in the body, disrupt our energetic flow, and influence how we think, feel, and respond to life.
Grief is one of the most commonly trapped emotions. And it’s no wonder—grief often arises in moments when we feel powerless, overwhelmed, or broken open. The body, in an effort to protect us, sometimes stores that pain away until we’re ready to address it.
What Causes Grief to Become Trapped?
Grief may become trapped after:
- The loss of a loved one or pet
- A relationship ending or betrayal
- Miscarriage, infertility, or abortion
- Career disappointment or lost opportunities
- Unfulfilled dreams or unmet expectations
- Traumatic events such as natural disasters, illness, or sudden change
In these moments, especially when we’re told to “be strong” or “move on,” we may suppress our grief rather than allow it to flow. This unexpressed sorrow then lodges within, creating blocks to our healing and growth.
The Challenges of Trapped Grief
Trapped grief can silently shape our lives in the background, showing up as:
- A sense of emotional heaviness or numbness
- Difficulty moving forward after a loss
- Feelings of emptiness or disconnection
- Tightness in the chest, fatigue, or breathing issues
- An inability to fully feel joy or openness in the heart
These symptoms often linger far beyond the original event. Many people carry grief for years—or even decades—without realizing it’s still affecting them.
The Benefits of Releasing Trapped Grief
When we release trapped grief, we open the door to profound emotional freedom. Clients who’ve experienced this release often describe feeling:
- Lighter, as if a heavy weight has lifted from their heart
- More peaceful and open to love and connection
- Greater clarity, joy, and calm in their daily lives
- A return to emotional balance and energetic flow
Letting go of grief doesn’t mean forgetting or dismissing the significance of what was lost—it means choosing to release the pain while keeping the love, the meaning, and the wisdom.
A Gentle Path to Healing: Guided Meditation
To support you in releasing trapped grief, I’ve created a deeply soothing and transformative guided meditation that walks you through the process of emotional recognition, energetic release, and heart-centered renewal.
This meditation includes:
✨ Gentle grounding and full-body relaxation
✨ Insight into the nature of grief and how it becomes trapped
✨ A heart-based visualization for safely releasing grief
✨ Affirmations and healing energy to restore peace and love
✨ A compassionate closing with gratitude and support
This practice is inspired by the principles of The Emotion Code, and offers a beautiful space to begin or deepen your healing journey.
👉 You can listen to the meditation here:
Ready to Go Deeper?
If you feel called to go beyond this meditation and release even more of what no longer serves you, I invite you to book a personalized session with me.
🌍 I work with people around the world, helping them release trapped emotions, rebalance the body’s energy systems, and move forward with ease, grace, and peace.
🔗 Book your session now at planetofpeace.setmore.com
You don’t have to carry this grief forever.
You are safe to heal.
You are worthy of peace.
Share the Light
If this meditation or blog post resonates with you, please consider sharing it with someone who may also be struggling with grief. Healing is a ripple effect—when you clear space within yourself, you give others permission to do the same.
With warmth and compassion,
Sheila Marina
Energy Healer | Emotion Code Practitioner
Planet of Peace Energy Healing