[Ep 198] How to Tell the Difference Between Healing and Avoiding

2026-01-20

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Have you ever wondered whether you're truly healing, or simply getting better at not thinking about something? In this episode, we explore the subtle, compassionate difference between healing and avoiding—without judgment, pressure, or the assumption that one means failure. If you've ever felt confused by resurfacing emotions, uneasy peace, or resistance to journaling or prayer, this conversation offers clarity, permission, and kindness toward the ways you've learned to protect yourself. >> Is This Still Affecting M...

Have you ever wondered whether you're truly healing, or simply getting better at not thinking about something?

In this episode, we explore the subtle, compassionate difference between healing and avoiding—without judgment, pressure, or the assumption that one means failure.

If you've ever felt confused by resurfacing emotions, uneasy peace, or resistance to journaling or prayer, this conversation offers clarity, permission, and kindness toward the ways you've learned to protect yourself.

>> Is This Still Affecting Me?: A Gentle Reflection Guide

RELATED EPISODES:

· Episode 131: Healing in Layers: What Art Taught Me About Grief

· Episode 147: The Flip-Out Rule in Journaling

· Episode 178: Exploring Our Stories One Piece at a Time

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