The inability to get something out of your head is a signal that shouts, “Don’t forget to deal with this! ” As long as you experience fear or pain with a memory or flashback, there is a lie attached that needs to be confronted. In each healing step, there is a truth to be gathered and a lie to discard. Christina Enevoldsen
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In each healing step, there is a truth to be gathered and a lie to discard. In the first healing step, you must confront your memories. In the second healing step, you must challenge your beliefs. In the third healing step, you must replace your behaviors. In the fourth healing step, you must acknowledge others’ pain and learn to live with it.

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