by Jesse Donahue | Oct 14, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor
The Emptiness of Yesterday By Jesse Donahue © 2024 The experience has shown me that the authentic self that sparked noticeably bright and lived so comfortably will dissolve from memory The emptiness of yesterday, and here I sit today. Yesterday, a day of clarity was...
by Cyndi Bennett | Oct 11, 2024 | Complex PTSD Healing, CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD
In the journey of life, we often encounter unexpected challenges that force us to reevaluate our paths. For those who have faced trauma, whether it be from personal struggles or external events, navigating the terrain of a career transition can feel like an uphill...
by Polly Hansen | Oct 1, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor, Hope, Self Care
When I was seventeen, living on my own after having been homeless, sex trafficked, and abandoned, I couldn’t imagine surviving into my late sixties and knowing the joy I feel today. I’m so happy I didn’t give up on myself so long ago. Even while homeless, whether...
by Cyndi Bennett | Sep 26, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD
In the intricate tapestry of personal and professional growth, imposter syndrome often lurks as an unexpected adversary. It stealthily whispers doubts into the minds of accomplished individuals, casting shadows over their achievements and fostering a persistent fear...
by Destiny Mowadeng | Sep 24, 2024 | CPTSD and PTSD, Disabilities, Guest Contributor
Although the movie was released and appeared on Hulu in 2020, possibly Netflix since then, I became aware of it from an email newsletter by The Might Site in the last few weeks. The article gave the impression that it was a great example of representation for the...
by Leah Erickson | Sep 23, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor
How does a real adult date? I used to act a part on dates. The part of “Real Adult Who Dates, Is Fabulous, and Definitely Has No Trauma.” I still felt like a wounded child inside, but I was sure that I could hide my childhood trauma if I had the sexiest nail polish...
