Surviving Change: How Organizational Shifts Affect Trauma Survivors’ Attachment Wounds
This week, I experienced an interesting situation at work where our senior executive announced he had accepted a position outside of our company for family and personal reasons. I observed various reactions from people at all levels, which made me think about how...
Navigating the Power Dynamics
A Trauma Survivor’s Guide to the Workplace Introduction For trauma survivors, navigating the complex power dynamics in the workplace can be a daunting and triggering experience. Hierarchical structures, authority figures, and interpersonal relationships can all evoke...
What is Wrong With Me?
Have you ever heard those words coming out of your mouth? I have. Those are the very words I asked myself when, at 51 years old, a zip file of repressed memories of childhood trauma flooded my consciousness and overwhelmed my nervous system. I was a Senior Vice...
Embrace Your Emotions
The Power of Emotional Awareness in Overcoming Dysregulation Emotional awareness plays a crucial role in navigating and overcoming dysregulation. In a world that often moves at a fast pace, we can find ourselves overwhelmed by various stressors, leading to emotional...