In today’s world, most of us have experienced some kind of trauma. While the word is used more often now and means different things to different people, at its core, trauma simply means wound. Wounds can affect us personally or as a whole, and can be obvious or difficult to name. Sometimes there aren’t words to describe what you’re feeling, there’s just a felt sense that something is off. Whatever you may be experiencing or experienced—and however it shows up in your life— know these are natural responses to what has happened to you, not who you are.

I’ve come to see that many of the struggles we face, both individually and collectively, are rooted in these wounds. But I’ve also seen that healing is possible. As we begin to understand and care for our wounds, they can become a source of profound transformation, liberation, and joy. This is my hope for you.