March 15, 2021

Daily Thoughts

3/15/21

Learning from Our Wounds. We have all been hurt in some way, shape, or form in our lives. For some, the wounds may not be deep; while for others, the wounds may have caused such damage that the person does not believe they can recover from it. Some people live from their wounds and that is their only story. They are very willing to rehash the trauma, whether it is directly or indirectly. It is the center of their lives. Others have learned from their wounds, using the trauma as a guidepost for growth. The first lesson is forgiveness of ourselves and the perpetrator. Forgiveness allows us to learn from our wounds and to protect ourselves from others who seek to cause additional pain. It helps us to release and helps us regain a sense of self.

From where I sit, I learn from my wounds, forgiving myself and those who have hurt me.