The Ebb and Flow of Healing: Lessons from Genesis’ Recovery

As I sit here in the quiet of Genesis’ hospital room, watching her sleep peacefully after a challenging day, I find myself reflecting on the nature of healing, the evolution of motherhood, and the profound lessons this journey is teaching me.

A friend texted me yesterday with a simple yet profound observation: “Recovery is not a linear process.” Today, those words echoed in my mind as we navigated a day filled with tears, pain, and moments of rest. The truth of that statement hit me with full force as I watched Genesis grapple with the realities of her post-surgery body.

The Paradox of Healing

There’s a paradox in healing that I’m only now beginning to fully appreciate. Healing hurts. It’s counterintuitive, isn’t it? We think of healing as a gentle, soothing process, but the reality is often far from that. As Genesis works with her physical therapist, pushing her body beyond what she believes it can do, I see the pain etched on her face. But I also see determination, strength, and the slow but steady progress of recovery.

It reminds me of cleaning a wound – necessary, but painful. The process of getting better often involves discomfort, and that’s a hard truth to accept, especially as a mother watching her child go through it.

The Evolution of Motherhood

This experience is teaching me about a new phase of motherhood. Genesis is legally an adult here in California, and that means my role has shifted. I can’t make decisions for her or speak on her behalf anymore. My job now is to support, not to lead.

It’s a difficult transition. Every instinct in me wants to swoop in, to do everything for her, to shield her from any pain or discomfort. But I’m learning – sometimes painfully – that this isn’t what she needs from me now. She needs me to be her cheerleader, her support system, but not her savior.

Trusting the Process

Perhaps the hardest lesson I’m learning is to trust the process. To accept that pain doesn’t always mean setback, that struggle is often a necessary part of progress. I’m learning to sit with the discomfort of watching Genesis face challenges, knowing that overcoming them is crucial to her recovery and growth.

It’s a lesson in letting go, in acknowledging the limits of my control. I can’t heal Genesis with my love alone, no matter how much I wish I could. I have to trust her doctors, her physical therapists, and most importantly, I have to trust Genesis herself.

A New Perspective on Strength

Through all of this, I’m gaining a new perspective on strength. It’s not about never feeling pain or never struggling. It’s about facing those challenges head-on, pushing through even when it’s hard. Genesis embodies this strength in a way that leaves me in awe. She’s the true hero of this story, facing each day with a courage that I can only aspire to.

As we continue on this winding road of recovery, I’m holding onto these truths:

  • Healing is not linear – there will be good days and bad days
  • Pain is often part of the process, not a sign of failure
  • My role is to support, not to fix
  • True strength is found in perseverance, not in the absence of struggle


To everyone following our journey – thank you. Your support, your prayers, your kind words – they’re a balm to our souls during these challenging days. We feel your love, and it gives us strength.

And to Genesis – my brave, strong, incredible daughter. You amaze me every day. Your resilience, your courage, your determination – they’re an inspiration not just to me, but to everyone who knows your story. I’m honored to be by your side on this journey.


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