It’s been a long road,
But I made it—
And if you’ll let me,
I’ll show you the way.
I’ll stand beside you,
Quiet and steady,
As you mend the wounds;
The hurt you never asked for—
The ones you still carry
Like stones in your chest.
In a world that rewards contradiction and curated personas, those of us who seek coherence between thought, word, and action often find ourselves alone. This reflection explores the tension between autism, honesty, and the quiet refuge of solitude—where truth is not just valued, but necessary for peace.
Too many choices can feel like freedom—but often, they become a hidden burden. In a world of endless possibilities, we find ourselves overwhelmed, paralyzed, and longing for direction. This essay explores how the abundance of choice can imprison us, and why true liberation may lie in commitment, not in endless options.
Abandonment wounds run deep, shaping how we navigate love, trust, and safety. Through understanding trauma, conditions like BPD, and the power of compassionate healing, we can begin to rewrite the painful inner monologue and move toward genuine connection and self-compassion.
