Finding your safe way to get comfort is key. It might be a hug--or that might be the last thing that feels good. It might be something else that connects and grounds you. Different things work for different people. I like that you point out that healing is not linear. Instead, it has its ups and downs and detours. I think of it like how children develop cognitively. Things fall apart, and then they make a leap. Healing can be like that too. It's not a failure when you hit a "low"; its just part of the healing journey.
Oh man. So true!!! We have two puppies now and they are like sponges. We have to be careful to be calm around them, otherwise they get a bit crazy and hyperactive. It is amazing how emotional regulation is mirrored in them. We are excited, they get excited, we are calm and gentle, they are calm and gentle.
Cats are also awesome! My cat follows me around like a familiar and is such a snuggle bug. Delicate and loveable little lady. Or more like. I am her human.
Finding your safe way to get comfort is key. It might be a hug--or that might be the last thing that feels good. It might be something else that connects and grounds you. Different things work for different people. I like that you point out that healing is not linear. Instead, it has its ups and downs and detours. I think of it like how children develop cognitively. Things fall apart, and then they make a leap. Healing can be like that too. It's not a failure when you hit a "low"; its just part of the healing journey.
Yes, tho sometimes I wished there was a green light saying: Healing is finished 😅
Finding someone who genuinely listens to you is almost as good. It helps to get your frustration out and reduces the weight on your shoulders a bit.
I like both. Hugs and someone to listen!!!
That's also one of the reasons dogs became man's best friends.
They are also really good at picking micro expressions. So they know you better than you would imagine.
Oh man. So true!!! We have two puppies now and they are like sponges. We have to be careful to be calm around them, otherwise they get a bit crazy and hyperactive. It is amazing how emotional regulation is mirrored in them. We are excited, they get excited, we are calm and gentle, they are calm and gentle.
Cats are also awesome! My cat follows me around like a familiar and is such a snuggle bug. Delicate and loveable little lady. Or more like. I am her human.
It's the most human-loving text I have read. Thank you.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. Gives me some energy to write more of this.
😍