More than just a scratch

How much does a wound really hurt? We all know the pain of it, but do we think about it only when it happens, or do we reflect on it at other times too? Yesterday, I hurt my finger while working, and since then, it has been bothering me constantly. It’s just a small wound, yet the pain feels much greater than its size. The moment my finger was cut, I felt a sharp sting shooting through my fingertips, and the pain lingered, refusing to leave.

I quickly did the first aid as it was bleeding, and thankfully, the bleeding stopped. But this morning, the throbbing ache returned and kept me from doing even simple tasks. Every now and then, just when I’d forget about it, a sudden sharp pain would strike again, instantly reminding me of my current problem. Even now, while I am typing, it feels like I am a beginner learning how to type all over again, and my speed has decreased noticeably, making me more aware of the discomfort.

The wound may be small, almost invisible, but it feels powerful enough to disturb my entire routine. It makes me overthink, as if healing would take months instead of days. Strangely, the moment there is a limitation, countless tasks suddenly appear, making me realise how much I rely on even the smallest part of my body.

Sometimes, it’s not the size of the wound but the way it disrupts life that makes us notice it more. Perhaps it also teaches us patience, reminding us that healing, whether of the body or mind, always takes its own time.