08/12/2023
UNHEALED TRAUMA AND ITS MANIFESTATIONS 🌿
As a mental health advocate, I've seen how unhealed trauma can deeply impact our lives, often showing up in unexpected ways. Here are some signs that might indicate the presence of unaddressed trauma:
🛠️ FOCUSING ON FIXING OTHER PEOPLE: Sometimes, we prioritize fixing others' issues to avoid facing our own unresolved pain.
😢 CRYING WHEN EXPRESSING TRUE EMOTIONS: Difficulty expressing genuine emotions without overwhelming tears might signal underlying unhealed wounds.
🙌 PEOPLE-PLEASING TO RECEIVE LOVE: Seeking validation by constantly pleasing others can stem from a deep need for acceptance due to past trauma.
🤐 WITHHOLDING TRUTH TO AVOID CONFLICT: Fear of confrontation can lead to suppressing our truth, rooted in past experiences where expressing oneself led to negative consequences.
🚫 TOLERATING ABUSIVE BEHAVIOR: Accepting mistreatment might stem from normalized trauma responses, making it challenging to recognize toxic patterns.
❌ NOT TAKING ACTION DUE TO FEAR OF PUNISHMENT: Past experiences of punishment or retribution can hinder one's ability to take risks or pursue opportunities.
🏋️ FEELING THE NEED TO PROVE YOURSELF: Constantly feeling the need to prove one's worth can be linked to past experiences of feeling invalidated or unworthy.
⏳ DE-PRIORITIZING YOUR OWN NEEDS: Putting others' needs consistently ahead of your own could be a coping mechanism from neglect or emotional deprivation.
🔍 LOOKING FOR EXTERNAL VALIDATION: Seeking approval externally may fill an internal void left by past experiences that lacked affirmation or support.
🚧 NOT SETTING PERSONAL BOUNDARIES: Difficulty in establishing boundaries might stem from previous experiences where boundaries were disregarded or violated.
Recognizing these signs is the first step toward healing. Let's foster environments where individuals feel safe to address and heal from their past traumas. Remember, seeking support is a courageous step toward reclaiming one's well-being.
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