Seeing the True Colors of People When You’re Experiencing Trauma

When experiencing a major life event, trauma, or grief, the true colors of loved ones, friends, and strangers come to life. This can add another layer of hurt and betrayal that needs to be healed.

I don’t know why people choose to do this to those in pain. It’s likely their stuff (ego, insecurities, entitlement) being deflected, but whatever it is, it’s not helpful. I am still recovering from the worst criticism, blame, judgment, and vitriol I’ve ever received for the traumatic event that was placed on my children and me BY CHOICE.

Those people and energy? BYE. Gotta say bye.

But then there were those few beautiful souls brave enough to listen. Who looked me in the eyes. Who showed up? Who could see and feel the truth without a word? Who were still there after I climbed the mountain. Who knew my heart? Who have always loved my boys and me.

REAL LOVE IS THAT KIND OF 💛 AND I AM SO GRATEFUL FOR IT.