Contrary to popular belief, healing from injury or trauma doesn't mean the wound never existed in the first place. We don't live in a perfect world where trauma and injury never happen.
In fact, the concept of healing is very clear: it means that harm no longer dictates how you live your life. As I say again at the back, harm no longer dictates how you live your life.
To be clear, I'm not claiming that burying the past is easy. I can attest to that fact. An unintentional typo I made in a tweet haunted me for days. Everyone has their own unique traumas and issues that can feel like an insurmountable mountain.
But here's the thing: Dwelling on the hurt will only make it hurt more. Trying to do so is like keeping a beach ball submerged in water. One day, all of a sudden, it's going to come out and hit you right in the face. I've been there, and I've got the t-shirt to prove it. Trust me, I get it.
Healing takes time. It takes deep breathing, calm reflection, and time. The effort pays off. By letting go of the past once and for all, you can free yourself and pave the way for the future.
Holding on to past hurts and regrets weighs you down and holds you back from moving forward, letting go makes room for new opportunities and experiences to come into your life.
Wounds may heal, but the next time you feel overwhelmed by your past, remember that doesn't mean there weren't any wounds. It just means they no longer dictate how you live your life. And if everything else fails, just relax and remember that time in third grade when you called your teacher “mom.” If you can get through that, you can handle anything else.
I was raised by my mom, my dad, and three stepparents (yes, five). They raised me at a time when getting along for the sake of children was unthinkable. This left me confused well into my late adulthood. My parents' lack of understanding and communication affected my mental health and relationships with others. My parents' conflicts left me feeling very confused and it took me a long time to get over it.
Ultimately, I am fortunate to have had my parents married for over 35 years each, and to have healthy, happy relationships with them. This is the result of years of therapy and self-care, as well as having very patient, loving people in my life who helped me heal.
I am a better person now and wake up every day feeling grateful for the progress I've made and the people who have supported me along the way. I feel prepared to handle any challenges that come my way.
In conclusion, we all carry trauma and damage, to different degrees. Ultimately, no matter what hardships we have experienced, we each have the responsibility to find our own path of peace and healing, and to reject the people and things that damage us in our journey forward.
It is important to seek help and support from loved ones and professionals if necessary. Always remember that life is a journey, not a destination, and that healing from past trauma and damage takes time and effort.
Just remember to breathe!
A'ho Namaste creates Peace Movement content and this information is not provided by medical professionals and is for educational and informational purposes only. This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding mental or physical issues. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read.
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