I started using this statement early on with my clients to express, with passion and emphasis, that they are indeed grown up. Often we are grown in our bodies, but our minds can still function as if we are children, taking away our power and choice. When we have experienced childhood trauma, we can become frozen at certain ages. When we are triggered, we may start thinking and reacting like younger versions of ourselves and mentally go back to that time.
 
One of the first steps in healing is reminding yourself, often, that you are a grown adult now. You have the power, tools, and skills that come with that.
 
So remember, you are a grown ass woman.