the heart and soul of healing thoughts
I envision a haven that transcends borders and breaks chains, illuminating dark corners of the soul while spotlighting the expansive range of human experiences and emotions.
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The Mission
Healing Thoughts isn’t just another self-help space—it’s where the messy work of healing gets real. A little raw. A little wild.
It’s not about plastering over pain with pretty words; it’s about rolling up your sleeves and getting into the thick of it. We’re here to help you peel back the layers, confront those hidden bruises, and navigate the emotional terrain you’ve been avoiding.
No shortcuts. No fluff.
This space is rooted in truth, grounded in compassion.
A place where vulnerability isn’t a weakness, but a badge of courage.
Every scar gets a voice, every setback earns respect, and every person—no matter how cracked or chaotic—belongs here.
We believe healing isn’t a straight shot to perfection—it’s a zigzag path, full of stumbles and surprises, but always forward. This community is built on connection. Every story, every victory, every heartbreak matters.
Because growth isn’t a solo act; it’s something we build together, step by messy step.
At Healing Thoughts, we celebrate resilience—yours, mine, ours.
We turn the hard stuff into wisdom, and we remind each other that no matter how dark it gets, there’s always potential waiting in the cracks.
It’s not about being perfect.
It’s about becoming whole—however that looks for you.
And we’re here to walk that path with you, every step of the way.
The Vision
In the electric haze of my imagination, Healing Thoughts isn’t just a newsletter—it’s a movement. A rebellion against self-doubt. A torchlight sweeping across the murky corners of the mind. A place where messy emotions aren’t silenced—they're given the mic, front and center.
It’s where healing stops being this abstract, distant thing and becomes real, raw, and within reach.
For me, writing these pieces isn't just work. It’s an exorcism. It’s alchemy.
Every story I share, every insight I scribble down, forces me to confront the parts of myself I used to hide from. I’ve tangled with grief. Wrestled old traumas. Picked at emotional scars until I found the meaning beneath them.
Each article isn’t just for you—it’s also a mirror for me, reflecting all the mess I’m still sorting through. Vulnerability isn’t just the price of entry here—it’s the foundation of everything we build.
But here’s the thing: Healing Thoughts is bigger than ink on paper. Bigger than a weekly inbox delivery. This is just the beginning.
I see it evolving—stretching beyond newsletters and landing in podcasts, filling the airwaves with conversations that matter. Visual narratives unfolding across YouTube, sharing the stories you didn’t even know you needed to hear.
And at the heart of it all…
A book. Not just any book—a manifesto on shadow work.
The deep stuff.
The kind that pulls your fears into the light and doesn’t flinch.
This book will be more than a guide. It’ll be a reckoning. A shared journey into the parts of ourselves that we tend to avoid but need to face if we want to grow.
And you, you’re not just a spectator in this journey.
You’re fuel for the fire.
Every time you engage—whether you’re dropping a question, sharing a revelation, or just reading along—you’re stitching yourself into this evolving narrative.
This isn’t just about content. It’s about momentum.
And when you choose to invest—your time, your energy, or even your money—you’re doing more than subscribing.
You’re powering this rocket.
You’re turning what started as words on a page into something that reaches far beyond the screen, something that can’t be ignored.
Because here’s the truth: Healing isn’t a destination. It’s a revolution.
And this…
This is just the beginning.
—Ryan Puusaari
P.S. Your time and engagement with this edition mean a lot. Every reader adds value to our journey together. Thank you for being here!
P.P.S. "This isn’t a place to ‘fix’ yourself. It’s where you realize you were never really broken."
Healing Thoughts — A Journey of Reflection, Poetry, and Healing, Made Possible by You
Healing Thoughts isn’t just another book—it’s a living, breathing collection of reflections, inspiring quotes, and poetry, all pulled from the heart of this community.
Through the highs and lows, the moments of growth and vulnerability, your support made this book a reality.
Each page is a step toward healing, filled with wisdom, introspection, and emotional insight to guide you on your personal journey.
This book is more than just words—it’s our story.
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