by Jesse Donahue | Jun 6, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
Monsters and Demons From the novels I’ve written to the introspection of myself, it is always the monsters and demons I wrestle with. To be deeply neurotic and to cringe at the thought of even a hair being out of place must be perfect for the eyes of the world to see;...
by Natalie Rose | Jun 5, 2024 | Anger, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
Writer’s Note: In this post, I discuss my experiences with psych medications. I am not against psych medications and tried many over the years. But for me, they did not resolve my symptoms and created more side effects since my issues were chronic and a result of...
by Natalie Rose | Jun 3, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Expressive Writing, Guest Contributor, Hope, Self Care
My Grandmother is one of my best friends and biggest role models. Even when separated by distance, she’s always been by my side. She has shared my joy and shed tears with me and knows my secrets. She’s always given me a space to talk, and she listens with open...
by Jennifer Lock Oman | May 30, 2024 | Anger, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
Among the limited options available to manage relational trauma as children and teens, many of us with early relational wounding took the behavioral route of being reserved, respectful, compliant, and often tuned into others’ needs above our own. With this...
by Erena DiGonis | May 28, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor, Life Management Skills, Mindfulness
Introduction Trauma can cast a long shadow on our lives, affecting our emotional well-being and overall health. While it’s important to seek professional help for trauma recovery, there are also practical tools you can incorporate into your daily routine to...
by Shigeko Ito | May 28, 2024 | ADHD, Anxiety, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
The other day, I listened to the Mel Robbins podcast about her delayed diagnosis of ADHD at age 47, which was her accidental discovery in the process of getting her teenage son evaluated for ADHD. She said she was flabbergasted and wondered why she hadn’t...
