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Trigger warning: if you are grappling with your own mental health, parts of this article may be difficult to read. However, it also contains motivational insights and hope to help you along your journey. The decision to keep reading is entirely yours. ❤️❤️

Just like when we get a physical scar, the consequences of an emotional scar can be truly painful. What makes it more complicated is that it is invisible; no one else can see it but you, unless you gain the courage to confide in someone you trust, such as a professional therapist. It’s lonely, too, to carry on with a heavy weight on your shoulders, knowing that the hurt you feel within is excruciating, difficult to manage and that no one else can feel what you feel. When you get traumatized, you get wounded. Sometimes, those wounds can be far more difficult to heal than a physical scar—especially if they are unresolved and incredibly difficult to talk about.

No Scar Should Be Taken Lightly

You should never underestimate an emotional scar—whether you are the one holding the pain, a mental health professional, or a loved one. Often, people with physical scars are much more easily understood, whether their injuries are from a broken leg or physical bullying. People see their scars and acknowledge the seriousness of what happened. While that is completely valid, those who are hurt emotionally often find that their invisible scars are neither recognized nor taken seriously.

I believe that whenever a person decides to share their scars with someone they trust, they should be taken seriously—whether you see the actual mark or not.

You Are Not Your Scar

I know how complicated it is to talk about your own scars because I have several myself. Often, when a discussion touches on one of my traumas, it deeply hurts; I can start to feel tearful and overwhelmed. It is no wonder deep, invisible scars have an effect on your body, not only your mind. I think it’s important to take into consideration and slowly acknowledge that you are not the scar itself—that it wasn’t your fault in the first place. It’s completely understandable that this is harsh and painful; the pain can be easily revived and the motivation to keep going can sometimes be incredibly hard to find.

Holding the Reins 🙂

Even though your scars have made you perhaps feel emotionally broken and more vulnerable than ever, they have also shaped you into a stronger and more resilient person. Because of all you have been through, you have proven that you can move forward. Even if it is difficult, each ordeal has gifted you the power of strength and possibility.

Healing, Baby Steps, and What Makes You Happy

It can take a lot of time to heal. Depending on the event, it can even take years, especially if the scar is profound and painful. With that said, don’t settle. Keep getting help, focus on one step at a time, especially if you find your healing journey to be overwhelming and upsetting. Most importantly, cherish what makes you happy and calm. Even if they are just glimpses of joy during the day, don’t let them fade away; embrace them. I’m right here by your side, going through this journey with you. ❤️

Much love and light ❤️✨

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