Psychology says the version of you that existed before your hardest year is not the version you're supposed to go back to
Experiencing profound loss can leave you yearning for your past self, a natural but often unhelpful desire. Psychologists Tedeschi and Calhoun's research on post-traumatic growth reveals that surviving hardship can lead to fundamental, positive changes. This growth isn't about forgetting pain but about developing new strengths, deeper connections, and a clearer appreciation for life, suggesting a richer, more resilient future beyond simply returning to who you were.
Experiencing profound loss can leave you yearning for your past self, a natural but often unhelpful desire. Psychologists Tedeschi and Calhoun's research on post-traumatic growth reveals that surviving hardship can lead to fundamental, positive changes. This growth isn't about forgetting pain but about developing new strengths, deeper connections, and a clearer appreciation for life, suggesting a richer, more resilient future beyond simply returning to who you were.
