Dead Inside, Healing Anyway Tee 
Because feeling numb doesn’t mean you’ve given up.
This tee features a skeleton in sunglasses—cool, unbothered—but if you look closer?
They’re holding a fragile flower in one hand, with a broken heart across their chest.
Above it all, the brutal truth:
“Dead Inside, Healing Anyway.”
This shirt is for the survivors who still show up while emotionally checked out.
The ones who feel numb, shut down, disconnected—but keep doing the work.
Because healing isn’t always glowing.
Sometimes it’s gray, gritty, and quiet.
 
What Does “Dead Inside, Healing Anyway” Mean?
It means:


You’re feeling emotionally flat, frozen, or numb—but you’re still trying


You’ve been through so much your nervous system taps out regularly


You’ve mastered masking, dry humor, and the “I’m fine” face


You’re not toxic—you’re tired.


Even without motivation or hope some days, you’re still choosing growth


The skeleton represents emotional depletion.
The flower? That tiny spark of hope you haven’t given up on.
The broken heart? Still beating, still trying.
You don’t need to feel alive to deserve healing.
You just have to want more than what hurt you.
Perfect for:


CPTSD survivors dealing with shutdown, freeze, or emotional numbness


Trauma survivors still healing through burnout, detachment, or fatigue


The “I’m exhausted but in therapy” crew


Anyone whose humor masks hopelessness but still holds on


People who feel disconnected—but keep reaching for something better


Survivors doing the work without feeling the results (yet)


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The light, breathable fabric means you can wear it year-round, while the classic crew neckline and retail fit enable easy pairing with jeans, shorts, or skirts. This tee is both fashionable and functional, making it a go-to item in any wardrobe.
Product features

-Made from 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for ultimate comfort.
- Ethically manufactured with sustainability in mind, complying with fair labor practices.
- Unisex Fit- Flattering on all bodies, all genders
Care instructions
- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)
- Non-chlorine: bleach as needed
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Iron, steam or dry: medium heat
- Do not dryclean
 
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