Connection

Healing slows life down, and in that quiet I notice how much I miss people. I miss easy conversations. I miss being around others without planning for it. I miss feeling part of things instead of slightly off to the side.

Recovery takes energy, and connection takes energy too. Some days I don’t have much to give, and the distance feels louder than I want it to.

I miss showing up. I miss feeling present. I miss the version of me who didn’t have to think about it.

But this is temporary. I’ll find my way back to people again, and it will feel good when I do.