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“When You’re the Strong One Who’s Tired of Hiding”

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You’re the one people depend on.
You offer calm when others panic. You listen deeply. You hold space like it’s your second language.
But when you’re hurting? You disappear.


You ghost people you love. You edit your emotions. You smile while grieving.


And the worst part?
No one sees the ache. Not because they don’t care—because you’ve made it invisible.


In this post, we’ll explore:


Why “being strong” often means feeling alone


The emotional weight of always showing up while secretly shrinking


How therapy creates a space for you to finally be held


Healing doesn’t mean falling apart.
It means coming back to yourself.
Bit by bit. Breath by breath.


Ready to begin your return?
Let’s talk. Reach out to speak to one of our clinicians


Open Arms Wellness

Location: 9850 Von Allmen Suite 201 

Louisville, KY 40241 

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