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  Deep Emotional Wounds: 8 Signs That You Haven’t Healed Yet Healing emotional wounds isn’t a straight path — and sometimes, even when we think we’re “over it,” deep inside, the pain is still there.  I know this because I’ve been there. There were moments when I told myself I was fine, only to realize later that old hurts didn't feel old at all. I have realized that sometimes we confuse our desire to be healed for the actual healing. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like something is holding you back, it might be time to ask yourself:  "Have I really healed from my emotional wounds?" Well here are 8 clear signs that you haven’t healed yet — and the good news? Recognizing these signs is actually the first step toward real emotional healing and freedom.  So don't beat yourself up if you discover that you relate to one of more of these signs Let's get started: 1. You Replay Painful Memories Over and Over One of the evident signs that you're not y...

Healing from past emotional trauma can be a difficult journey. Whether it's from a breakup, a loss, a betrayal—whatever form or label it comes in doesn't make emotional healing any easier to bear. Sometimes you'll feel like what the Bible describes as "more than a conqueror" and other times, you'll feel shamefully conquered... Sometimes you're convinced you've healed, other times, you're not so sure because you still see signs that show you're not fully healed... The truth is, most times you struggle with the healing process because you expect it to happen like an event—with a specific date and time. And when it doesn’t, you get frustrated and disappointed. I know that feeling too well because I've been there severally. The point where you start asking yourself questions like: "How come you're not over this yet?" My healing journey has been a gradual, messy process, but I can boldly say I have been able to make so much progr...