Growing up without a steady father figure, I learned to survive by shutting down what I felt. For a long time, I thought emotions were a weakness. The truth? Feelings are a gift — they point us to our needs, to God, and to connection with others. Naming them is the first step to healing. When you can name it, you can bring it into the light.
Next Step: Try a simple check-in today: Am I sad, angry, hurt, lonely, afraid, guilty, ashamed, or glad?