A Letter to My Body

Rebuilding my relationship with my-Self and my body has not been easy. At times, it has felt overwhelming, even unsettling, as old wounds—both physical and emotional—resurface.

There is a deep apprehension in facing discomfort in most of us , but I know that true healing comes from acknowledging rather than avoiding. Instead of forcing change, I choose to approach my body with patience and understanding.

I committed to this process back in 2016 after a series of warning signs—prostate cancer and symptoms of Complex-PTSD—made it clear that I could no longer ignore what my body was trying to tell me.

Each moment of awareness brings me closer to acceptance, allowing me to embrace the parts of myself I once ignored and through this process, I am learning that my body is not just a vessel but a guide, offering wisdom and resilience. The other day found this humble letter that I wrote while working with deep Trauma and being completely dissociated from my body - This was the day when I opened a dialogue with my body—one of hurtful thurths and of gratitude, care, and commitment to listening more deeply.

2016 - London.

"Dear Body,

I hope this finds you doing great and enjoying the journey of self-care. I'm not being sarcastic here ... it is that it hurts so much sometimes and knowing all what you have been through. I wonder ... Am I leading this, or is it you who is guiding us in this journey?

Either way, I want to let you know that I am prepared for you and fully committed to our relationship.

I thank you for helping me understand you and for calling my attention when I stray too far from a healthy relationship with myself and the world.

You know that I've been through a lot, and I recognise that TRAUMA has isolated me - stopping me from giving you the care and pleasures you crave and deserve.

I thank you for your patience, knowing that I am working on healing and improving my communication with you and myself.

I will keep working on my perception of the things I struggle to accept.

I want to be less critical and more loving toward all my parts and wounds.

WHOLENESS... one day I will arrive

I thank you immensely for your support and wisdom, for carrying me through this mad world all these years. Gratitude is the only thing I have for you. Without you, I wouldn't have made it this far."

Sincerely yours.