Healing, to me, is a deeply personal and multifaceted process that goes beyond just physical recovery. It involves a reconnection with oneself—emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—after experiencing some form of hurt, trauma, or disruption. It’s about returning to a place of balance and alignment, where you can feel whole again, but not necessarily the same as before. Healing doesn’t mean erasing pain or forgetting the past. It means learning to live with it, accept it, and, over time, transform it into something that no longer holds you back. Healing involves self-compassion and the willingness to face parts of yourself that you may have avoided or ignored. It’s about being able to process and integrate your emotions, thoughts, and experiences, and to let go of negative patterns that no longer serve you. This process requires vulnerability, and often a sense of trust in the support system around you—whether that’s through therapy, relationships, or other forms of guidance. Healing also involves a deep sense of forgiveness, both for yourself and others. It’s recognizing that people, including yourself, make mistakes, and learning how to move forward with grace, instead of being trapped in resentment or guilt. It’s also deeply connected to growth. Healing doesn’t mean you go back to a prior state, but rather that you emerge stronger, wiser, and more compassionate. It’s a continual unfolding of self-awareness, self-care, and resilience. At its core, healing is about reclaiming agency over your life and learning how to navigate the world with a renewed sense of peace, even amidst its challenges. It’s not an end point but a journey—one that can ebb and flow, where you continue to discover new layers of yourself along the way.