You know what I thought about today — the way people don’t question or assume anything when the word “healing” is used.

In circles of medical professional, doctors, even spiritual ministers, when someone is “healing,” it’s as if there is a quiet reverence for the process someone is going through to get back to place of normal functioning.

No explanation is needed, no direct or intrusive questions follow. It’s as if when the word “healing” is used, it’s commonly understood that some sort of trauma has occurred and that’s all that needs to be said or known.

Healing —
it could be from an oven burn, or a nasty voicemail, or a violent past.
It could be from an extramarital affair, or brain surgery. Or a broken relationship.

The respect for the power of healing is great, and rightfully so. In my circles of activism, spiritual mentors, and family, the word “healing” is often very little to do with the physical scars or injuries, and has more to do with the inner conflict and uproar that needs time to settle and stabilize.

Healing. Do you give it the space and respect it deserves?