I was determined to dig out the pain no matter how deep I had to go. My counselor, who was also a pastor, gave me communion to help me with my healing. It took me a long time to come to where I am today. I still visit with my counselor from time to time. Talking is good.
Words help with healing.
A few years ago, I experienced a rough time due to pneumonia. An x-ray showed a spot on my lung. My doctor was alarmed, thinking it might be cancer. Before the second x-ray, I had a week to talk with God. Taking care of business as usual, God led me to some dear friends who prayed with me.