Ep. 6 | The Messy Middle: Why Healing Feels Hard Before It Gets Better

02/09/2025 17 min
Ep. 6 | The Messy Middle: Why Healing Feels Hard Before It Gets Better

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Welcome back to another episode of Healing Reignited. Today, we’re diving into one of the hardest and most overlooked parts of the healing process - the messy middle. The messy middle is that space where the initial shock has worn off, but the hope of “feeling better” still feels far away. It’s the part of healing that feels exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes even discouraging. You might wonder if you’re moving forward at all, or if you’re stuck for good.In this episode, I’m unpacking:Why the messy middle is a normal and necessary part of healingThe psychological and emotional reasons it often feels worse before it feels betterThe importance of giving yourself grace in this stageSmall but powerful ways to keep showing up for yourself when it feels heavyIf you’re in that season where it feels like you’re walking through mud, this episode is for you. You’ll leave with a better understanding of why this stage matters and how to trust that growth is still happening beneath the surface. 📅 New episodes drop every Monday — so make sure you follow the show so you don’t miss a single conversation.💌 Want to share your story or be featured in a future episode?Email me at: [email protected].📬Subscribe to The Weekly FireBee for encouragement, behind-the-scenes access, and healing tools sent straight to your inbox every Friday: thereignitedproject.com/jointhehive⬇️ Download the FREE 7-day Reset: thereignitedproject.com/reigniteyourfireFollow us on Social:Facebook - The Reignited ProjectInstagram - @thereignitedprojectConnect with Jen:Instagram - @jenriverainvestigatesFacebook - Jen Rivera InvestigatesTik Tok - @jenriverainvestigatesHealing Reignited is a Regnited Media LLC production and an extension of The Reignited Project. A movement to navigate grief, embrace mental wellness, and reignite your inner fire. To learn more about The Reignited Project visit thereignitedproject.com