Finding Healing Through Writing
Writing has always been more than words on a page for me. It began as a way to cope with the profound loss I was experiencing. In those early days, I turned to poetry, pouring raw emotion into verses that gave me space to grieve, to process, and to breathe. Poetry became my medicine, soothing the ache that words left unspoken could not heal. Over time, what started as an outlet for coping evolved into something broader: a story. Though I decided to save my poetry for another time, I realized what I truly needed was expression—to let my thoughts flow freely onto the page.
The Gift of Overthinking
Have you ever been told you overthink? I have. For a long time, it felt like a flaw, something that made me different in a way that wasn’t always celebrated. But as I wrote, I discovered that overthinking—when nurtured in the right setting—isn’t a weakness. It’s a sign of depth, even genius, when channeled into creativity or problem-solving. Writing gave me that channel. It allowed me to take the tangled mess of thoughts in my head and turn them into something structured, something meaningful. Amidst all the jargon of overthinking, I found clarity, and that clarity shaped my book.
My upcoming book is the culmination of this process. It’s a testament to how writing can heal, offering guidance to others who may feel overwhelmed by their emotions or unsure of where to turn. Through my writing, I’ve come to understand that the answers we seek are often within us. Writing helps unearth them, one word at a time. For me, the answer has always been to help others—to share my journey and hold space for others to navigate their own.
Walking Into the Fire
There’s something powerful about putting pen to paper. Instead of letting thoughts swirl endlessly, writing gives them form and structure. What starts as a chaotic stream of consciousness becomes a roadmap. Writing taught me that the very things I tried to avoid—my doubts, fears, and insecurities—were often the keys to the solutions I sought. When you write, you don’t have to overthink what you should do; you simply write it out. And somewhere in those tangled sentences lies the answer, waiting to be unearthed.
My journey of expression has taught me another important lesson about myself. I’ve always been the one to go first. If someone was scared, I’d step forward. If there was a challenge no one wanted to face, I’d volunteer—like Katniss in The Hunger Games shouting, “I’ll volunteer as tribute!” That’s who I’ve always been: the one who walks into the fire, holds your hand, and says, “We’ll do this together.”
Faith and Healing
But what I’ve also learned is that not everyone is wired this way—and that’s okay. We all have our gifts, our unique ways of navigating life. My gift, I’ve realized, isn’t just walking into the fire—it’s learning how to hold someone’s hand in the fire without getting burned. That’s been a huge part of my healing process: understanding when to step in, when to speak an encouraging word, and when to give distance and pray. Healing doesn’t look the same for everyone, and it’s not meant to.
What’s remarkable is how this mirrors the way God has walked with me. In moments of silence, He’s been there. In moments of chaos, He’s held my hand. Sometimes He speaks, sometimes He simply walks beside me, and sometimes He lets me wrestle with the fire on my own—but He’s never left my side. That’s the beauty of healing: it’s not linear, and it’s not solitary. It’s a process, and we’re not meant to do it alone.
The Power of Writing for Others
Writing has been my lifeline through it all. It’s how I’ve processed my own healing, and it’s how I hope to help others heal. Whether it’s through words of encouragement, sharing my story, or simply being present, I want to be that person who walks alongside you. Sometimes that means stepping into the fire, and sometimes it means standing at a distance and holding space for you. Either way, I’m here—because I’ve learned that healing isn’t just about my journey. It’s about helping others find theirs.
So, to anyone who’s been told they overthink or feels overwhelmed by their emotions, I say this: Write it out. Don’t be afraid of what might come up. Amidst the mess, you’ll find the clarity you’ve been searching for. Writing is more than expression; it’s medicine for the soul. And through it, you’ll not only heal yourself but perhaps, like me, discover how to walk with others in their healing too.
Coming Soon: Surviving the Storm
If this resonates with you, I invite you to dive deeper into the healing journey with my upcoming book, Surviving the Storm. It’s filled with personal stories, practical insights, and encouragement for anyone seeking clarity, courage, and connection. Stay tuned for its release and take the next step toward healing and growth.
Which area of healing resonates with you most right now?
Processing emotions
Overcoming fear and doubt
Strengthening faith and trust
Building resilience through challenges
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