HOW DOES A STRESS SETUP WORK?
In a stress constellation, you can work in different ways. Sometimes it is very clear what the source of your feelings of stress is. A busy job, the combination of work and family, over-demanding or underestimating yourself, a relationship that is not going well, illness or care tasks for a loved one. A random selection from the sea of possibilities that form the source of stress or burnout. When the causes are clearly identifiable, we set them up and look at their mutual coherence and influences. We also look at your resources and how they can possibly provide relief.
Sometimes it is not so explicit or maybe it is old patterns that cause you to experience more stress in certain situations. With the help of a set-up we experiment with different elements. Then it also becomes visible which movement or intervention can bring relief to your system.
A stress constellation is a special application of systemic work in which the dynamics behind your stress are examined. The goal is to gain insight into the underlying causes of stress and to discover what can help you to find more peace and balance. Here you can read step by step how such a setup works:
1. Formulating your question
The session starts with discussing your specific question or theme around stress. This could be for example:
- “Why do I keep feeling exhausted even though I work less?”
- “What prevents me from setting my boundaries?”
- “How can I better deal with the pressure from my environment?”
Eveline helps you to clarify your question and to discover what you want to explore during the constellation.
2. Preparing the setup
Then your question or theme is looked at systemically. This means that Eveline looks at how your stress may be related to:
- Personal circumstances
- Dynamics in your family system
- Relationships with work, time, or other important elements in your life
These components are represented in the setup by people (in a group setup) or symbols, such as figures or floor anchors (in an individual setup).
3. The setup itself
During the setup, the representatives or symbols are placed in the space. They represent for example:
- Yourself
- Your work or tasks
- A specific feeling, such as fear or guilt
- An important person in your life
Eveline observes what happens in this setup and how the representatives relate to each other. This process often makes patterns visible that you had not consciously noticed before.
4. Insight and movement
Eveline asks questions and makes small changes in the setup, such as moving a representative or symbol. This can help to see which adjustments contribute to more balance and less tension. Often there is insight into:
- What burdens you unconsciously carry and how to let them go
- What's stopping you from letting go of your stress
- How to take your place differently in work or relationships
5. Conclusion and reflection
After the setup there is room to discuss with Eveline what you have experienced and learned. You will receive tools to apply what you have discovered in the setup in your daily life.
What makes a stress setup so effective?
A stress constellation works not only cognitively but also on an emotional level. It gives you direct insight into patterns that cause your stress and at the same time offers solutions to let go of them or approach them differently. Through the systemic perspective you often discover new possibilities to deal with stress, which you might not have thought of yourself.
With a stress constellation you will get more clarity, balance and insight into the causes of your tension. This can help you to deal with stress better and ultimately to be calmer and more resilient in life. Are you curious? Contact us to experience a stress constellation!
