There Is No Health Without Mental Health (19/21)

I wish more people understood that if you’ve been through trauma, your negative self-talk isn’t something you chose. It’s a reflection of how your brain and nervous system have been impacted.

Trauma can make you feel unsafe within yourself, your brain naturally becomes more wired to expect the worst. It’s a defense mechanism, trying to protect you from further hurt.

The constant state of stress and distrust in ourselves can make it feel like we’re stuck in negativity. But it’s important to remember that this isn’t who you are—it’s what you’ve been through.

Starting your healing journey means acknowledging that your brain and body are doing their best to keep you safe, even if it doesn’t always feel that way.

Healing is about creating a new sense of safety, one small step at a time, and learning to speak to yourself with the kindness and understanding again.

It’s not an overnight process, but by gradually shifting how you talk to yourself, you can begin to rewire those patterns.