You think you’ve overcome it then it takes back over your life. · It’s okay to feel disappointed. · Don’t self-deprecate. · Don’t spiral. · You need to set the right expectations of yourself. · The fact that it comes back isn’t a failure, and shouldn’t surprise you either. · Insecurities don’t just disappear and might never go away in some cases. · You need to acknowledge the triggers and limit the impact on your life. · Don’t put pressure on yourself to eradicate it - manage it. · The wound might never fully heal, but the pain can be cared for.