Heartbreak is an emotionally devastating feeling with which nobody ever desires to reckon. But when faced with a devastating emotional experience it is nearly impossible to see past the overwhelming devastation, feel any sense of hope, or recognize the silver linings that come with it as we take strides towards emotional healing.
When your heart is in a million pieces, emerging from the emotional wreckage and destruction is likely the last thing you are capable of doing. The emotional debris may seem insurmountable but within that rubble lies the opportunity to create something spectacular out of the destruction. It may feel like time stands still, but it will begin moving forward soon enough; slower than before, but eventually it will bring you to a place of acceptance and understanding.
The first essential component to beginning the journey of healing is self-reflection. Understand why the relationship dynamic became shattered and reflect on lessons learned. While it is difficult to think back on what has happened and remember the less than decent moments, reflecting on the experience allows you to assess which emotions were invoked and analyze how you were able to work through the events as they unfolded.
The next step requires a strong constitution of internal strength. This may be the most difficult step because it requires the ability to forgive. Forgive yourself for the events that transpired, and forgive the other individuals involved if applicable. While it seems impossible to embark on the journey to forgive, without doing so, the path to healing will remain blocked.
The pain may feel insurmountable and the want for a return to a simpler way of life may seem attainable, but with each passing day forward will come more clarity and understanding of how to handle future situations with better results. Often times, it is only through darkness and destruction that clarity is allowed to emerge, providing enlightenment and a chance to overcome the situation.
The glimmer of hope must be sought out and identified and the joy that comes with it embraced. Embracing sadness is the only road to complete recovery from heartbreak and the joy that follows is far more triumphant and resounding. Once this is embraced, a newfound appreciation for the experience endures and evolves, allowing for a full and absolute healing process to commence.
The emergency helicopter pulls in closer, like a seagull returning to shore, ready to drop off the lifesaving supplies amidst the darkness of the turmoil. Take comfort in the nearing steps to rebuild and gain strength in the assurance that you will survive the turbulent journey, stronger than ever.
Your million pieces are never truly lost, they are just lying dormant waiting to be put back together. Emerge from the ashes of heartbreak and begin the journey to self-healing and redemption. Don't ever shy away from rebuilding the pieces and coming out stronger than before; it is the only way to persevere the tough times.
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