We discuss the fact that there are many people who are emotionally wounded in our society. We examine some of the symptoms of those wounds. And, we recommend some of the things that emotionally wounded people need to do in order for them to move towards healing.


Proof of the pervasiveness of emotional wounds in the society:

Priests abusing children
War veterans who suffer from emotional disabilities
High numbers of rapes in most societies - some more than others

Some of the symptoms shown by the emotionally wounded among us:

Addiction to approval and people pleasing
Alcohol and drug abuse
Gambling
Lust for power and control of others
High levels of bullying among kids but even among adults
Eating disorders
High levels of depression
High levels of stress
Increasing numbers of mass shootings
Political violence

A few steps that the emotionally wounded can take:

Admit that they need help
Seek professional help from credible highly trained and experienced professionals
Read self-help books