Jason J
I really wish more people would know and understand that trauma creates a deep-rooted sense of never being enough, of always needing to do more, or be more, to feel worthy of love and acceptance.
A “lecture”, no matter how well-intended, can feel like yet another reminder that they’re failing or falling short and even fuel their harsh inner voice and feelings of inadequacy.
What truly helps is connection. A hug, a kind word, or even just sitting with them in their pain—these small, compassionate acts speak volumes.
They say, “I’m here for you. You are enough as you are. I am not abandoning or judging you”. It’s a message that goes far beyond fixing a problem or giving advice. It soothes the part of them that was never comforted when they needed it most.
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