In this episode, Emma explores the subtle signs that indicate we're moving beyond survival mode and truly healing. Through personal examples and reflections, she discusses how healing often shows up in small, quiet moments of choice - what she calls "the microscopic pause" between choosing the easy way and choosing ourselves.

KEY MOMENTS

Discussion of how healing looks different than expected

Introduction of "the microscopic pause" concept

Examples of small acts of self-respect

Reflection on how layers of healing reveal themselves

Personal story about cleaning baseboards as an act of self-respect

Insights about building self-trust through tiny promises

MAIN TAKEAWAYS

Healing often shows up in small, everyday choices

The "microscopic pause" is a sign of moving beyond survival mode

Each new layer of healing is progress, not a setback

Self-trust builds through keeping small promises to ourselves

It's okay to do what you need to do to survive

JOURNAL PROMPTS

What small task feels possible now that felt impossible before?

Where do you notice those tiny pauses in your day?

What would it look like to celebrate choosing yourself?

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