17/09/2025
A friend of mine took this picture in Morocco a few days ago. Initially, I was struck by nature's infinite beauty—the vast desert and dark skies. Then, I noticed the caravan of travelers, dwarfed by the desert itself and barely visible. This made me reflect on the importance of community, particularly in how a challenging journey across the desert is undertaken as a group. It made me think about how crucial community is, especially in difficult times.
In therapy, the lack of community is something I often encounter. When this support system is absent, we often have to carry our problems alone or face difficult challenges by ourselves. This situation is sometimes the result of unfortunate events, but at other times, it comes from life experiences that disempower us from reaching out for help and support.
Whatever the situation, we don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. It’s okay to reach out and ask for help and support from your community.
Photo credit Nadine Dalli
