The model
A humble metaphor for how our whole selves hold joy and pain. This language is an invitation to notice, not a diagnosis or clinical framework.
Healing can touch every layer at different times. Sometimes the soul needs words, the body needs rest, and the spirit needs to be reminded it is not alone.
Each layer responds to wounds differently. Naming them with care helps us listen instead of forcing ourselves to “get over it.”
Our place of communion with God and the deeper longing to be seen and loved.
When wounded
Trauma can make presence feel distant, prayer feel heavy, or hope feel out of reach.
Gentle care
Gentle reminders of belonging, quiet worship, and honest lament can reopen the window to trust.
Mind, will, and emotions—where we narrate our stories and choose what to hold or release.
When wounded
Memories may loop, decisions can feel stuck, and emotions might swing between numbness and overwhelm.
Gentle care
Slow reflection, safe community, and compassionate language help the soul move at a livable pace.
The place where story turns into sensation, breath, and movement.
When wounded
Muscles remember, sleep can be fragile, and certain spaces or sounds may feel activating.
Gentle care
Gentle rhythms—steady breathing, walks, supportive touch when welcome—can signal safety over time.
This language is a guide, not a verdict. Please seek professional care whenever you need it.