Uttering the words "I just wish things could go back to normal" holds no meaning for the 'normal' I was willing to withstand and settle for previously brings unbearable discomfort and a recognition of irresponsibility. Self-awareness breeds understanding, compassion and stronger communities. Self-awareness breeds justice, equality and freedom.
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"STICKS AND STONES MAY BREAK MY BONES, BUT WORDS CAN NEVER HURT ME." This saying never softened the blow of unkind things said to me as a child and I wonder if it is ever used anymore. While words used by others can certainly hurt us emotionally, we are often unaware of the pain inflicted by our very own words we use when talking about ourselves.