I was just reflecting on how the entirety of my twenties was a agonizing towards my authentic self, most of which was spent in a depressed states, part of which I wasn’t yet even aware of the fact that I was experiencing depression, with no emotional support whatsoever, and an utter and complete lack of awareness of mental health. To see how far I’ve come in my healing journey is comforting. Investments in self are the most fruitful kind of investments. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, CPTSD, or other mental illnesses, if you have an hypersensitive / hyperactive nervous system, I hope you find it in you to take the step of confiding in someone or seeking professional help. Ask for help - it’s okay. To believe that you’re all alone in this is a deceitful strategy orchestrated by the ego to protect itself from experiencing shame or guilt. There is no shame in freely sharing your experience. All that you can do is own your truth and decide on how to respond to past events. Committing yourself to speaking your truth is your prerogative. Keeping silent is also your prerogative. There exists a plethora of ways to process trauma and other people’s opinion of what’s needed for your healing shouldn’t take precedence over your healing. There is no manual for this. Do what’s right for you - prioritize yourself. You are supported and equipped with inner guidance. Go within for answers. Listen to your body. Still your mind. Be gentle with yourself - give yourself what you need. 

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