The Shadows Within – Navigating Our Inner Demons
We, humans are a canvas of complexities, painted with both light and dark hues. Within each of us lies a trait, a singular propensity that often poses as our greatest
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Breaking Your Own Chains: The Hidden Ways We Ruin Our Lives and How to Stop
We've all heard the adage, "You are your own worst enemy," but how many of us stop to consider the profound impact of that statement? Self-sabotage is a ubiquitous yet
The Ultimate Guide to Being a Good Person: Part III
In light of recent events that have rocked my sense of peace and tested my resilience, I find myself compelled to write further on the subject of what it takes
What About Harnessing AI to Revolutionize PTSD Therapy Through Scuba Diving?
In recent years, we've seen a growing convergence between technology and mental health care, a trend that's poised to transform how we approach therapeutic interventions for conditions like Post-Traumatic Stress
The Act of Being a Good Person: Small Acts, Big Impact. Part II
In an era where the noise of divisiveness and apathy frequently drowns out the whispers of unity and concern for others, the call to be a genuinely good human has
Pick Your Players Wisely: How Relationship Choices Shape Our Self-Esteem in the PTSD Journey
You ever find yourself in a relationship so mind-bending that you begin to question not just their sanity, but your own? Hey there, I'm the proud card-carrying member of the
The Twisted Labyrinth of Hormones and Trauma: PTSD & Menopause
I sat in front of the computer trying to come up with the most comprehensive title for this piece. I came up with ideas such as "Hot Flashes & Flashbacks:
The Art of Being a Good Person: Small Acts, Big Impact
We live in a world where fast paced and rudeness have become the norm, and it hurts. Today's world is often busy, chaotic, and divided, and the question of what
Gaslighting: An Insidious Form of Mental Abuse
Gaslighting: An Insidious Form of Mental Abuse
Last week during a message exchange with a friend, I mentioned the word “gaslighting.” We were discussing someone we both know, a bully who
Saving Lori, the Bitch in Scrubs, and Miami: The Importance of CPR Training
A few months ago, I saved a life. It is not the first time
that this happens, it is actually the second life I am able to save in the past
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The Fundamentals of Badmouthing: A Sign of Personal Weakness
We all know people who like to belittle,
criticize, disparage, or all around badmouth others. Hopefully you’re not one of them.
It’s that person who often says nasty things
about nearly everyone,
Awareness is a Choice: Paying Attention & Being Prepared
Situational awareness is more than just knowing what’s going on around you by scanning the environment. It requires that you understand what you’re looking for when you’re skimming the area. You don’t need years of training to notice when something is out of place, especially if you frequent the same locations. If you pay attention, then you’ll always know when something doesn’t seem, feel, smell, or sound right.
Retrain Your Brain & Regain Control: Beat PTSD!
Most people with PTSD shy away from disclosing their diagnosis for fear of stigmatization.
Most people without PTSD - who are not otherwise touched by the disorder - have little or
What PTSD Feels Like & How to Help
"The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of the world but those who fight and win battles that others do not know anything about.” J. Harnisch
PTSD
Voucher Programs? Heck no! Do Not Relinquish Your Civil Liberties
For years, I advocated for the educational rights of my son and many other students with disabilities. I battled my local school district on behalf of my oldest son who
How to be the Mother of a Special Needs Child: Tale of a Mother
For starters, be extremely excited that you are pregnant. It is your first child and you are going to rock at this! Make sure you only eat organic foods to ensure