Emotional pain can often feel like a heavy burden we carry alone. It can seep into our lives, casting shadows on our hearts. There was a time in my life, as a young, confused 20-year-old, when I, too, experienced such heartache. It was a period marked by the longing for understanding and the desire to be heard.
I just wanted you to hear me.
The pangs of emotional pain stemmed from feeling unheard, from doors closed abruptly, and from a connection that seemed to switch on and off unpredictably. It felt like walking through a labyrinth in the dark, reaching out for support, only to be met with walls that echoed my own struggles back at me.
Looking back, I can see how these experiences were significant in shaping my journey toward positive thinking. The narrative, initially laden with pain, evolved into a source of inspiration and empowerment. But how did this transformation occur?

The key lies in redefining our perspective and turning our focus inward. The need for validation and understanding from others, while deeply human, can often lead us to overlook the potential for self-growth within our struggles. By reframing the narrative, we can change our emotional turmoil into self-empowering energy.
Instead of longing for others to hear us, we can listen to our own voices, honoring our feelings and experiences. In place of closed doors, we can open new doors within ourselves, leading to self-awareness and acceptance. We can reclaim control of the emotional switches, acknowledging that we have the power to brighten our own paths.
The pain does not disappear overnight. It gradually lessens as we consciously decide to focus on positive thinking. This journey may be arduous, but it ultimately leads us toward emotional resilience and self-growth.
Original Draft written in 2017, May.
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