I’ve been reading much of what you’ve been posting, James.

Your willingness to be open about yourself, your pain and your fears is inspiring.

Pride can be a shield. Something we use to hold others at bay.

Pride can be a weapon we wield to alienate those we love most.

Pride can also be a salve. A way to create space for the healing and silence we need right now.

But there comes a time when pride is not the best choice.

I’m glad you are able to write. I hope one day you will be able to trust yourself and those around you enough to ask for help. But this can not be forced.

You have a right to feel pride and to create space.

I don’t know if this helps at all. My intent is to offer support and encouragement for you to keep writing.