Andrew Miller: Our wounds will heal but we should be mindful of invisible scars many carry from trauma

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Andrew Miller: Our wounds will heal but we should be mindful of invisible scars many carry from trauma

We need not look far for magic. My daughter noticed that the small cut on her hand had healed – this little miracle was a source of wonder for her. Busily anxious adults forget to celebrate that we recover from most physical injuries automatically.

Last week I lay stiffly on my back, and they covered my eyes with some gauze to shield them from the harsh lights and my brightly oozing blood. “Bit of a sting” the surgeon said, as a fine needle slid quietly through the skin, right between my twitching brows. Bulls-eye.

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