Healing Starts Within, Not with External Change

Relief from external stressors does not guarantee internal healing. Individuals can feel a significant emotional and physical toll even after achieving a major goal or overcoming a challenge. This is exemplified by activists who, after legalizing abortion in Ireland, experienced physical illness despite their significant success. The stress accumulated during their activism remained unaddressed in their bodies, highlighting the importance of processing stress separately from the resolution of its causes. This insight emphasizes the necessity for individuals, especially those who advocate for change, to manage their emotional and physical well-being actively, regardless of their external circumstances.