If you’ve experienced trauma, please know you’re not alone. Ignoring trauma is like breaking your arm and pretending it isn’t broken. Healing from trauma isn’t a quick fix; instead, it’s a journey.
God sees our lifetime of trauma (past, present, and future) as one piece, held together in His redeeming hands, speaking peace over each one.
Oh God of weeping people, hold us close to You amid our confusion and grief, trauma and unrest. You meet us with deep compassion.
While my feelings often jump quickly to red, the truth is that life is rarely red. Sometimes yellow is more accurate (like being on time for a medical appointment). I’ve discovered that life is meant to be lived in the green zone.
Your story matters—but before sharing, take time to understand it. Explore the power of reflection, healing, and the story only you can tell.
Facing traumatic loss is about keeping our sanity and taking care of those who depend on us, all the while deciding how we are going to face this new unwelcome reality. I learned at so many points that I had to look straight at the loss or I could not find comfort.
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