Yes, this happened a long time ago. This was 2010. First, I don't think I could have accurately written about it when it happened. All the emotions would have blocked what I had to say and I'd end up with something more vile and hate-filled. I try to avoid that and just give the story and my personal emotions. Also, I wouldn't necessarily say it helps me heal. I think I'm able to write about it because I've (mostly) healed. But it does allow me to view things with a different perspective. It's like someone that draws the same tree over and over again. You start to notice different things you didn't before. So, I'd say it's more self reflective than anything.