Have you ever felt like you're constantly trying to "fix" yourself, as if you're somehow broken? It's a common mindset, but one that my friend's therapist recently challenged with a profound statement: "You're not healing to handle the trauma, you already know how to do that...you're healing to handle the joy."Those words immediately struck a chord, and I found myself tearing up. So often, we internalize feelings of self-doubt and allow an inner critic to take hold, constantly telling us we're not enough. But why have we allowed ourselves to be boxed in by these limiting beliefs for so long?
Breaking Free from the Inner Critic
Listening to that judgmental voice is easy – it's a habit we've formed over years of being told we need to fit a certain mold. But learning to give yourself grace and self-compassion? That's where true strength lies.Healing isn't about "fixing" what's broken; it's about opening yourself up to embrace all the light, love, and joy you deserve. It's about paying attention to your wins more and recovering from your losses quicker. Healing means making space for the good stuff – getting ready to let the joy in.
A Renaissance, Not a Renovation
Your journey is a renaissance, not a renovation. It's about shedding the old, limiting beliefs and allowing yourself to blossom into the fullest expression of who you are. So keep going. Keep choosing self-compassion over self-criticism.As you continue on this path of self-discovery and healing, take a moment to reflect on the joyful things coming up in your life – the moments, experiences, and milestones that you're genuinely looking forward to. What are the things that light you up from the inside out?By shifting your focus to these sources of joy, you're not only preparing yourself to handle the good stuff, but you're also actively cultivating more of it in your life. You're healing to handle the joy, and that's a beautiful thing.So, tell me, what joyful things are on the horizon for you? What are you most excited about? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and let's celebrate the journey together.
