Negative self-talk is one of the main topics that come up in every single one of my therapy sessions. Most recently, I told my therapist I felt defeated because I allowed an old trauma to trigger a certain response out of me — ultimately thinking that I was regressing. Her response was enlightening: life isn't about winning or losing. No one wins just because I had a particular reaction, and no one loses if I've learned from my past behaviors. Life is a series of lessons that will repeat themselves, and it's all about our perspective. Although I still feel a bit defeated, I'm comforted by reflecting on how much I've grown. I didn't create this space to claim that I'm healed; rather, I created it to help others feel seen in their struggles. I hope that you find comfort and relief in my experiences. 💚 #therapyworks #therapyforblackgirls #selftalk #selflove