Common pitfalls to healing we should watch out for

From thinking of growth as a linear process to harsh self-criticism, here are a few pitfalls to healing.

Published on: Sept 27, 2023 3:12 PM IST

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Healing is a continuous process. However, it can get little frustrating at times. " Healing is a lifelong and ongoing process. Because this is the case, we might become frustrated with ourselves when we imagine no end in sight or experience particularly bad days. The thing about being human though, is that we are not perfect, and we will always make mistakes. We will know that we are on the path to healing when we are able to recover and bounce back from these inevitable problems we face. Here are some common pitfalls we might stumble upon in our journey through growth and healing," wrote Therapist Andrea Evgeniou. (Unsplash)

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Often, we end up comparing our progress with that of others. Healing is a personal process with everyone having their own pace.  (Unsplash)

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The way we talk to ourselves also impacts the process of healing. We should not indulge in harsh self-criticism.  (Unsplash)

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Healing is not a project with a deadline – it is a journey of loving and accepting ourselves the way we are.  (Unsplash)

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Avoiding and ignoring things are coping mechanisms, but true healing involves facing things and accepting them.  (Unsplash)

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Growth is not a linear process. Sometimes it comes with its own challenges, but each of the failures brings their lessons.  (Unsplash)