At one time or another, we all desire or at least consider change. We want better things for ourselves or the people we hold close. Perhaps we life isn't what we hoped it would be. No matter the reason, change is HARD. And it is UNCOMFORTABLE--sometimes excruciating. And in deciding what we want, we also … Continue reading Getting Unstuck
Category: Post Traumatic Stress
Boundaries are a common topic in the realm of mental heatlh. This is because boundaries matter. They are integral to attachment—how we give and receive care. They are integral to safety and the way we care for ourselves. Brene Brown describes boundaries in simple terms, “what is okay and what is not okay”. Boundaries and … Continue reading The Complicated Nature of Boundaries
What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. It’s a common phrase in Western culture. The notion is intended to take the sting out of adverse events or trauma, suggesting that they serve to increase resilience and perhaps prepare an individual for future stressors. This is not untrue. In fact, we often deliberately put ourselves under stress … Continue reading Post Traumatic Stress; Does trauma increase resilience?
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