Part 3: What healing actually feels like (and what it doesn’t)

Keywordshealing, mental health, depression, self-compassion, trauma, somatic therapy, personal growth, inner peace, emotional well-being, self-careSummaryIn this conversation, Sonia discusses the authentic experience of healing, emphasizing that it is often messy and not always pleasant. She shares her personal journey with depression and the challenges of slowing down, highlighting the importance of self-compassion and understanding in the healing process. Sonia explains that true healing requires patience and a willingness to confront difficult emotions, and she introduces her upcoming program aimed at helping others on their healing journey.If you’re seeking to move beyond short-term coping and into long-term healing, Unlock Your Inner Healer – Live Edition offers a 10-month guided journey that helps you reconnect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and feel supported in community. Enrollment opens April 7th—join us before live sessions begin this fall.🌿 Join Unlock Your Inner Healer – Live Edition: https://obsidianwoman.com/unlock-your-inner-healer-live-editionTakeawaysHealing doesn't always feel good; it's a messy process.Slowing down is essential for true healing.Self-compassion is crucial in overcoming depression.Trauma occurs when experiences happen too fast.Healing is not linear; it takes time and patience.It's okay to rest and not do everything at once.Understanding the roots of our pain can foster healing.Depression can make sense when viewed through a compassionate lens.Healing involves feeling emotions we've avoided for years.Community support can enhance the healing journey.About SoniaI’m Sonia Fregoso, a Xicana licensed therapist and intuitive healer. With 15 years of experience in healing trauma—religious, generational, sexual, and systemic—I guide others on their journeys to emotional well-being and spiritual alignment.Stay connected:🌿 Website: https://obsidianwoman.com/🌿 Instagram: @lasoniafregoso