It's sometimes so easy to downplay trauma in our lives especially when we think of ourselves as strong, faith-filled women. It was only last year that I really acknowledged the trauma of growing up in a somewhat toxic environment. By going back and allowing myself to acknowledge this, I began the process of healing.
Thank you for a great article and an insightful guest post.
I really needed to read this article and your guest’s article, as well. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in January of this year, had surgery in February, am resting in March, and will begin radiation treatments and, almost assuredly, chemotherapy, since I had a cancerous tumor in my lymph node. The tests are waiting to be done to verify whether or not I have to go through chemotherapy. Since I have a genetic mutation called Lynch Syndrome, I believe I will have t endure both treatments. It was good to know that I could/should call it traumatic, because I’ve definitely been downplaying the seriousness of it because “it” was small. Now, I’ve heard radical double mastectomy patients say they were told theirs was small, too. Cancer is never predictable. Thank you so much! 🙏♥️🙏♥️
Thanks so much for responding and sharing just a bit of your sacred story. I'm so sorry that you have to under go all of this. It isn't easy. My heart always gets heavy when I hear of another diagnosis. So, I'm praying for you, for your journey, and your heart as you move through this. A few weeks ago I wrote a pray for those of us who are facing difficult health issues. I posted it on my IG page last week and just this morning I posted it up on my FB page for you. Visit me here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4MuhZILut0/ and FB: https://www.facebook.com/AtHopeBlooming/videos/726716829445424. Praying for you today. Fern
Thank you. It one of those things we can easily downplay thinking we should be stronger or do suffering with a stiff upper lip. When we show ourselves compassion, give ourselves permission to be vulnerable, and reach out for help a healing journey can begin!
It’s amazing how we downplay our traumas. I experienced this last year when I was starting to completely fall apart from some traumatic experiences I had never really admitted were as painful as they were. I went thru some really incredible counseling and did some work to unpack a lot of that, but learned I tend to rationalize and minimize my pain - no matter how big or small. I’m learning to use the right words now and to acknowledge when things are difficult.
Thanks for your insights and sharing your experiences. Finding that self-compassion, insight, and courage and how to welcome healing is a wonderful path to be on toward building resilience for the rest of the journey!
Thank you so much for providing the opportunity and space to share my words. It's good to know that your readers find it helpful. I hope that this can serve as encouragement to anyone in need 🙏 💚 Blessings to all from www.journeyofsmiley.com
It's sometimes so easy to downplay trauma in our lives especially when we think of ourselves as strong, faith-filled women. It was only last year that I really acknowledged the trauma of growing up in a somewhat toxic environment. By going back and allowing myself to acknowledge this, I began the process of healing.
Thank you for a great article and an insightful guest post.
Thank Corrine - so glad you like it!
I really needed to read this article and your guest’s article, as well. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in January of this year, had surgery in February, am resting in March, and will begin radiation treatments and, almost assuredly, chemotherapy, since I had a cancerous tumor in my lymph node. The tests are waiting to be done to verify whether or not I have to go through chemotherapy. Since I have a genetic mutation called Lynch Syndrome, I believe I will have t endure both treatments. It was good to know that I could/should call it traumatic, because I’ve definitely been downplaying the seriousness of it because “it” was small. Now, I’ve heard radical double mastectomy patients say they were told theirs was small, too. Cancer is never predictable. Thank you so much! 🙏♥️🙏♥️
Thanks so much for responding and sharing just a bit of your sacred story. I'm so sorry that you have to under go all of this. It isn't easy. My heart always gets heavy when I hear of another diagnosis. So, I'm praying for you, for your journey, and your heart as you move through this. A few weeks ago I wrote a pray for those of us who are facing difficult health issues. I posted it on my IG page last week and just this morning I posted it up on my FB page for you. Visit me here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4MuhZILut0/ and FB: https://www.facebook.com/AtHopeBlooming/videos/726716829445424. Praying for you today. Fern
Thank you so much! 🙏♥️
I enjoyed your post, your description of trauma and Katy’s insight on the steps to dealing with trauma.
Thank you. It one of those things we can easily downplay thinking we should be stronger or do suffering with a stiff upper lip. When we show ourselves compassion, give ourselves permission to be vulnerable, and reach out for help a healing journey can begin!
dear Fern ... Easter blessings to you and yours ...
Thanks so much and to you and yours as well!!
Love your new format, and I always appreciate your insight and wisdom!
Thanks so much Kristen! So glad you like it.
It’s amazing how we downplay our traumas. I experienced this last year when I was starting to completely fall apart from some traumatic experiences I had never really admitted were as painful as they were. I went thru some really incredible counseling and did some work to unpack a lot of that, but learned I tend to rationalize and minimize my pain - no matter how big or small. I’m learning to use the right words now and to acknowledge when things are difficult.
Thanks for your insights and sharing your experiences. Finding that self-compassion, insight, and courage and how to welcome healing is a wonderful path to be on toward building resilience for the rest of the journey!
Thank you so much for providing the opportunity and space to share my words. It's good to know that your readers find it helpful. I hope that this can serve as encouragement to anyone in need 🙏 💚 Blessings to all from www.journeyofsmiley.com
Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and insight. I'm sure it will encourage many!