When you picture healing, is it often like a familiar movie scene—that big moment when everything finally makes sense, and all of a sudden, the pain lifts?

It's tempting to believe that healing works this way because it feels structured. But the truth is that most change doesn't arrive in an instant; instead, it shows up in the daily choices we make. It looks like a simple breath before reacting, or saying "no" when you want to say "no."

There is no need for perfection or sudden clarity when it comes to healing. Instead, let's have a conversation about how repetition, continued practice, and motivation to change are the pillars when it comes to reaching our goals. One day, you are going to look back and be shocked at how the small steps you took added up.

In therapy, progress rarely feels dramatic or sudden; often, it feels more like exploring familiar themes with more clarity or compassion each time. Change arrives more quietly. One moment, you might notice yourself allowing........

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