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Explore articles to help you improve your mental health, practice mindfulness, break generational trauma, and be the best version of yourself. Plus, a little bit of woo-woo stuff.
Holidays evoke mixed emotions amid childhood trauma healing
I’ve decided to start sharing some personal blog posts—ones where I can be vulnerable and honest about my healing journey. I often share little snippets and stories here and there, but I wonder if it creates this illusion on social
How my Trauma Healing Journey is Helping Others
I have spent over 15 years on a personal growth journey. I found things that worked and things that didn’t work… But deep down, for so many years, I never felt a massive shift. Deep down, I felt like a
Talk Therapy: How It Can Be Counterproductive in Trauma Healing
Trauma healing is a delicate journey, and understanding the intricacies of this process is essential for both survivors and those who support them. Traditional methods have long emphasized talk therapy as a primary means of addressing traumatic experiences. However, as
The Body Keeps the Score: Science of Emotional Trauma & Your Body
Emotional trauma is like an invisible thread that weaves its way through our lives, leaving a profound impact. These experiences can cast long shadows, affecting not only our minds but also our physical health. In this blog post, we’ll embark
Do I have Childhood Trauma or am I Overreacting?
I never thought I had childhood trauma. It wasn’t even something that had ever crossed my mind. Yes, I had severe depression, anxiety, difficulty in (all) relationships. etc. etc. Yes, I was miserable, suffering, and felt lost, but I still
10 Manipulation Tactics Narcissistic Mothers Use To Control Their Adult Daughters
Dealing with a narcissistic mother can be an emotionally taxing and complex experience, especially when you’re an adult trying to assert your independence. Unfortunately, this relationship can be filled with manipulation tactics that make it challenging to establish your own
15 Signs of a Narcissist Mother & How You Can Cope
Dealing with a narcissistic mother can be an incredibly challenging (and lonely) experience, and understanding the signs is the first step in coping with this difficult relationship. Let’s explore 15 signs of a narcissistic mother so you can better understand
I Nearly Lost My Life Because I Couldn’t Accept the Truth
*Trigger Warning: mentions of suicidal thoughts, trauma, death, and abuse. As an adult healing from complex trauma, it’s often difficult to discover the source of your pain. And I’m not talking about the pain of feeling the emotions… I’m talking
Decoding the Mind: Is it ADHD or Complex Trauma?
The very first time I said this out loud, “is it possible that your ADHD is actually trauma?” I got a sh*tty response from some woman on Tiktok–she was ruthless and nasty. I was simply trying to pose a legitimate
7 Signs you had a Controlling Mother growing up
Growing up in an environment where your mother is overly controlling can significantly impact your life. It took me over 30 years to realize it for myself. Recognizing the signs of having a domineering mother can shed light on some
Unraveling the Pain of Shame & Constant Self-Judgment
So much of what I write is a daily self-reflection of what I’m working through at the moment. I’ve struggled my entire life with being judgemental, not of others, but of myself. My inner critic can still be vicious… and
Coping with Chronic Illness: How to Accept & Live a Happy Life
Living with a chronic illness is challenging. It affects every aspect of your life, from your physical health to your mental well-being. I know from personal experience. I don’t remember a time when I wasn’t in constant pain. This is
