A Safe Harbor

There’s a unique strength found in sharing your story with someone who gets it, someone on your wavelength who has lived through a similar ordeal. It’s the relief of being able to rant about the deepest hurt without fear of judgment, because they understand the weight of what you’re carrying.

This connection can feel like a lifeline, a safe harbour in a storm. But it’s important to remember that a shared pain can sometimes create a powerful bond built mostly on the past hurt itself.

Treasure the understanding and the validation, but also nurture connections that help you heal and look forward, not just back. Make sure your safe space is also a place where you can grow, so you don’t crash out from holding onto the weight of it all. True healing is found in being seen, understood, and gently guided toward the light.

-Oluwasemire from MANI