Breaking the Cycle of Shame-based Families
Shame shows up in many ways, and it usually starts at home. These shame-based interactions affect a child’s development, sense of self, and ability to become a successful participant in the community and world at large. It’s the wall that stops you from taking risks...
How Social Media Affects Body Image And Mental Health
Social media is an integral part of our lives now, and while it offers many advantages, it also comes with risks. Research has shown that excessive exposure to social media can contribute to mental health issues and dissatisfaction with body image, which each fuel...
Fight For What is Right
My name is Elizabeth, and I am a survivor of CSA and horrific trauma. I write because I want to raise awareness to people of what it is like to live with Complex PTSD, after a life of abuse. In this blog, I want to address the trauma response that so many survivors...
Healing Childhood Trauma Through Psychedelic Therapy
I recently connected with Alex Abraham, an author with a powerful story about using psychedelic plant medicine to work through childhood trauma, and I wanted to share a bit of his story and approach to healing with you today. As a child, Alex was s*xually assaulted by...