You Can't Heal Other People's Trauma

 Yes, this is a note to myself.

I have my own trauma to work through, other people's trauma is not my responsibility. 

Because I am no stranger to trauma I have a tendency to get way too involved with other people's trauma. 

I wear my heart on my sleeve and that can be a strength as well as a weakness. 

There is a thin line between being supportive and taking on the responsibility of someone else's healing. 

This week, I came to the realization that it is not my responsibility to heal anyone. 

Frankly, I don't have the power to heal anyone. My role is to be supportive and compassionate to others. 

I am not going to fall into the trap of assuming the responsibility of healing someone else. 

My healing is my responsibility and everyone holds the same responsibility for themselves. 

I am at peace with that!