Old Hurt Shows Up in New Ways

Sometimes your reactions seem bigger than the moment — someone says something small, and suddenly you feel angry, sad, or rejected. This isn’t immaturity. This is old pain being triggered.

Your body remembers experiences your mind tries to forget — bullying, rejection, humiliation, loneliness, harsh words. When something similar happens again, even slightly, your system reacts like it's happening all over.

This doesn’t mean you’re dramatic. It means you haven’t had space to heal yet.

Healing starts with noticing: “This is about something older.” Once you understand the source, the reaction becomes less scary.

Your emotions have history. That’s why they feel powerful.