PTSD

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

Health

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.

Divorce

High Conflict Divorce and PTSD: This is My Story

[bctt tweet="Sometimes you have to stop fighting who you are and roll the ball of self-discovery, even if it’s paved with painful thorns." username="@DianaHelps"] I avoided mine for a long time,

The PTSD Warrior Healing Mindset: Changes in Habits and Routines to Help Retrain the Brain After Trauma

Resilience + PTSD

I recently shared an abridged version of my life with an old friend. After a brief hug and some tears, she mentioned how amazed she was at how I have

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

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Assertiveness Without Guilt: How It’s Possible for PTSD Sufferers

I have met many people with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) that have a very difficult time being assertive or confuse assertiveness with maladaptive responses that only create problems for them. Perhaps

Education

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