I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • I would change my habit of rushing healing. Some wounds require time, not force.

  • I would change how afraid I am of confrontation. Silence isn’t always peace.

  • I would change my lack of boundaries. Without them, I lose myself.

  • I would change how quickly I lose hope when plans shift. Flexibility is a strength.

  • I would change how much I dwell on past mistakes. They taught me, but they don’t define me.

  • I would change my tendency to quit too early. Staying a little longer might lead to breakthroughs.

  • I would change how often I say yes out of guilt instead of desire.

  • I would change the voice in my head that tells me I’m behind. There is no universal timeline.

  • I would change my reluctance to celebrate small wins. They matter.

  • I would change how much pressure I put on myself to be perfect. It’s unnecessary weight.