Movement After Surgery: An Ant Story

I recently made a discovery that caused my own personal idea of self-healing to change. I constantly hear how crucial it is for someone after surgery to move their extremities to prevent bodily stagnation and recurring pain. This new discovery happened from the simple life of an ant.

One day a few weeks ago, I noticed someone had accidentally stepped on an ant. The ant survived its traumatic experience and did not stop moving. And, as I paid closer attention, the ant was getting better and picked up its initial pace. I was caught in awe as I made the immediate connection between the person who stepped on the ant--a person who had recently recovered from a procedure--and the ant itself.

From that moment, I learned that both the human and the ant have a resilience like no other, and that even through hardships like a procedure--or a shoe--, both man and ant may be able to sustain self-healing through movement. Nevertheless, it is still vital to seek help when you need it most.

It is with this new blog post that I hope you are encouraged no matter what circumstances you are going through. If you or a loved one are experiencing a hardship, there is a Crisis hotline you can call at any time, 24/7, called the 988 Lifeline. Just dial 988 and visit their website for more information: https://988lifeline.org/get-help/what-to-expect/. Also seek counsel from your physician, mental health specialist, and a trusted loved one. Stay well and be well.