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Trauma is a complex, tricky prick that can affect individuals in various ways. It is often misunderstood and not talked about enough, yet it plays a big role in shaping our mental and physical health. So, let’s shed some light on what trauma is, the different kinds of trauma there are and how it impacts the body, particularly our brain. What is Trauma? Trauma refers to the emotional and psychological response to an event or series of events that are deeply distressing or dis

Healing can feel like a labyrinth. Twists and turns but you do make it out. If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this feel harder now that I’m actually trying to heal?” — you’re not alone. One of the most confusing parts of healing is that it can feel more uncomfortable, emotional, and overwhelming before it feels lighter or easier. Many people expect healing to bring immediate relief. Like waving a magic wand. Instead, it often brings awareness, sensations, and feelings we on

Healing Trauma That Isn’t Yours… Is Not Easy Nor for the Weak…. Healing trauma that isn’t yours is not easy. Especially when it belongs to your child. There is a unique kind of weight that comes with helping a child heal from experiences you did not cause, choose, or allow, but are now responsible for helping them move through. It’s a quiet responsibility that lives in your body every day. One that doesn’t come with instructions, timelines, or guarantees. This journey is the

This week marks the 12-year anniversary of one of the most pivotal nights of my life, a night when my abuser snapped and showed me, without words, that it was time to make a real decision: stay… or leave. Trauma anniversaries have a way of sneaking up on us. Even when we think we’ve healed, our bodies remember. The flashbacks come back strong this time of year. My nervous system takes me right back into those moments my body stored so deeply. Thanks, nervous system— “the bod

As October is the month to recognize and bring light to Domestic Violence, I felt it appropriate to provide some knowledge I learned and advice from my personal experience to the table. First off, abuse is not limited to just physical harm.... it can take many shapes and forms, often hidden in plain sight. Recognizing the different forms of abuse is critical for protecting ourselves and others, as well as for breaking free from harmful and toxic cycles. One powerful tool I wa

According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, over 1 in 3 women (35.6%) and 1 in 4 men (28.5%) in the US have...

Trauma is a complex, tricky prick that can affect individuals in various ways. It is often misunderstood and not talked about enough, yet...

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