I don't typically start episodes this way. Actually, this is the first. In this episode, it goes there.

I've isolated countless times in writing this episode, and even more so in hitting the upload

button. And while my purpose of Comet Down podcast is to encourage and enlighten and even embolding you in a positive, almost lighthearted way,

this episode goes a bit deeper than the others typically do.

Today's subject has been on my heart for some time, which tells me, if I may, a number of you are

probably meant to hear this. While it does have a happy, encouraging ending and the purpose,

for some, it may not be the right time to hear it. This episode may activate some upsetting memories, and I want to be sensitive to that.

If this is the case, perhaps sharing this episode with your counselor or professional therapist first

and then open this conversation under their guidance. I highly recommend. Today's episode is about scars. Those memories or relationships

or difficult seasons that have left a mark either physically or emotionally. I care about you.

And while my heart behind this podcast is to hold your hand through life's seasons,

I also know that some of you may still be in a season of healing.

And that's to be celebrated.

That's incredible. Healing is such a beautiful process.

So please, if this is the case, I'm proud of you. I love you. I care for you. And perhaps maybe

revisiting this episode at a later time, maybe even with a friend, so you both can discuss it afterwards.

There's no rush as this episode will live for all eternity in the vast ether world existence of podcasts.

I guess as long as you have internet.

So I just wanted to mention that up front

because you're really important to me.

Okay. Now, on with the calm.

I have a scar on my stomach,

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