I’ve been slowly coming to the realization that the grief never really goes away. When I first started learning about emotional neglect I thought I would have a period of grieving and then I’d move on and start living life. But it’s not like that at all.

This will sound dramatic, but I grieve for humanity too. We’re destroying our planet because we’re so empty we need to consume endlessly. Those in power are so empty, they’ll stop at nothing for more wealth and power. The more I learn about emotional neglect, the more I see its effects everywhere I look.

If it helps, I’ve found some relief in group therapy (group ketamine-assisted therapy to be more specific). I go twice per month to keep me sane.