There are moments in your healing journey when it feels like the only thing standing between you and the life you want is… you. 

You may have found that even when you’re ready to move forward, something inside you holds back. It could be fear, doubt, or even a deep belief that you’re not worthy of what you desire. At times, this can feel like a silent barrier that’s hard to explain—like you’re up against an invisible wall that’s been built from old wounds, old patterns, or old beliefs about yourself. 

It’s important to understand that this is not a sign of failure. It’s a sign of growth. 

When you’ve been through abuse, it’s natural to feel uncertain about what you deserve, and sometimes, you may hesitate to step into your own power, as if it’s easier to stay in the comfort of the known, even if that comfort is rooted in pain. But true healing means being brave enough to face these inner barriers, to recognize them, and to move through them. 

You are worthy of the fullness of life that you desire, and while it’s natural to feel resistant, you have the strength to challenge the doubts that try to keep you in the past. Reclaiming your life means learning how to gently move through these fears—not to dismiss them or push them away, but to work through them in a way that aligns with your true worth. 

Today’s Reflection Practice: Becoming Your Own Ally 

1. Acknowledge the barriers: Identify what’s holding you back from fully stepping into your power. Is it fear of failure? A belief that you don’t deserve joy? Name it and let yourself feel it.
2. Shift your perspective: Instead of seeing these barriers as obstacles, view them as invitations to grow. Ask yourself, “What would be possible for me if I didn’t believe this story about myself?” 
3. Small step forward: Choose one action today that challenges that barrier, no matter how small it seems. This could be as simple as making a phone call, saying yes to something good for you, or allowing yourself a moment of self-kindness. The key is to show yourself that you are capable of moving through the discomfort. 

The Truth: You are not stuck. You are growing. Healing doesn’t mean getting everything right or never feeling fear—it means allowing yourself to move through it. Every small step you take, even when it feels hard, is evidence that you’re reclaiming the life you deserve. 

Tomorrow: We’ll talk about rebuilding trust with yourself—after all the times you doubted your voice, ignored your instincts, and silenced your needs.