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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Mental Wellness
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
Navigating the Storm: Self-Care in Challenging Relationships
In the tumultuous journey of life, we often encounter unexpected storms that test our resilience, patience, tolerance, and self-worth. It's a lesson many of us learn the hard way: we
Turning Scars into Stars: Building Resilience with PTSD for a Fulfilling Professional and Personal Life
You know PTSD, right? No, not "Please, Take Some Donuts"—although donuts are an excellent coping mechanism. We're talking about Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. The invisible weight many lug around, even after
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:
How to Be the Boss of Your Intrusive Thoughts: A Short PTSD Help Guide
Hey there, PTSD warriors! It's been a minute, but I am finally getting back into the bandwagon of writing, and it feels so good. Let's talk intrusive thoughts. You know
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
Embracing the Wonders of Letting Go & Rediscovering Your True Worth
The title sounds all too poetic for the reality of the past few years, but I thought it'll be a good eye catcher.
Life, my friends, is like a roller-coaster
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
Coming Out of the PTSD Closet: Acceptance Begins the Healing Process
I never told anyone I suffered repeated traumatic experiences that left my mind and soul shattered and ravaged my life for years. Only those close to me knew it. Some accepted it, some labeled me, others treated me as a broken pawn.
From Fairy Tale to Sexual Slave: How I Ended Up Chained to a Wall
Back in the early nineties I met a man.
He was a tall, handsome, and well-educated man with stunning big blue eyes. He had long curly eyelashes that perfectly contrasted with
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,
The Aftermath of Narcissistic Abuse
“If you have never experienced the negative force of narcissistic abuse, you will not understand how crippling the aftermath of their impact can be.”
Imagine you’re going out to dinner with your
Co-Parenting vs Parallel Parenting: When Amicable Doesn’t Work, Corporate is the Only Choice
For many parents, the ideal situation post-divorce is to get along, right?
Well, this is not always the case because many people hold on to feelings of resentment and anger related
PTSD & Relationships: Is Yours Healthy?
My life has been nothing short of a series of roller-coasters.
From twists to turns, from loops to defying moments, much of my survival on this planet has felt like whiplash
High Conflict Divorce and PTSD: This is My Story
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I avoided mine for a long time,