Trauma-Informed or Trauma-Performing? How to Tell the Difference
They had the language.The credentials.Soft lighting, a breathy voice, the “this is a safe space” vibe. And still — I left that podcast interview feeling like I needed a shower.
They had the language.The credentials.Soft lighting, a breathy voice, the “this is a safe space” vibe. And still — I left that podcast interview feeling like I needed a shower.
Controlling people aren’t always bossy or arrogant.Sometimes, they’re just scared. I’m not talking about power-hungry bullies. I mean the ones who obsess over details, flinch at surprises, and unravel when
Intimacy in recovery is its own kind of healing.When the substances are gone, the patterns stay — how you attach, avoid, perform, or disappear. Rebuilding a love life in recovery
If you’re trying to heal from deep trauma, addiction, or emotional burnout, it’s tempting to think you can logic your way out of it. Talk therapy, journaling, supportive people—they all
Do you or someone you know suffers from the effects of a traumatic incident? The lingering effects of trauma include feelings of irritability, fear, paranoia, anxiety, just to name a few symptoms. In this article, we will talk about how to mange the symptoms of trauma without the use of medication.
You’ve bought the guided journals.You’ve followed the prompts.You’ve tried “just get it all out.” But somewhere between page 3 and page 30… you stopped. Not because you didn’t want to
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