You’re told to treat the skin.
Apply the cream.
Follow the protocol.
Push through.
Stay strong.

But no one talks about what Lichen Sclerosus really takes from you.

The freedom to sit comfortably.
The confidence to be touched.
The simple act of using the bathroom without fear.
The version of you that felt carefree, sensual, or spontaneous.

And when all that’s gone—what’s left?

Grief.
Silent, unspoken grief.
For your body. Your identity. Your relationships. Your sense of safety.

And maybe most painfully—this quiet belief that you’ve become a burden.
To your partner. Your family. Even to yourself.

This is the pain no one’s treating.
But maybe this is the pain that needs to be seen first—before any true healing can begin.

📌 Pause here. With a gentle breath I invite you to place your hand on your heart....

What have I lost that's gone unspoken or not fully acknowledged?

Let that question sit with you—not to solve, but to witness.

Because the first step isn’t doing more.
It’s honoring what’s already been carried—quietly, bravely—for far too long.

In Part 2, we’ll explore how to gently reconnect with your body, without pressure or performance.
But for now, this moment of truth-telling is enough.
This is where healing begins.  

With love, light, and deep understanding—I’ll be with you all the way, SoulShine Sister.