Drowning in Drama: When Calm Feels Like a Threat Instead of a Relief
Drowning in Drama: When Calm Feels Like a Threat Instead of a Relief The most misunderstood trait in trauma survivors isn’t volatility, mistrust, or emotional escalation. It’s the fact that many of them can’t tolerate peace. Not because they’re wired for chaos by...
CPTSD and Physical Illness
Going about daily life living with CPTSD is a herculean feat in and of itself Both external and internal triggers can spark memories, emotional volatility, and mistrust. Feeling secure and grounded in the present moment can feel fleeting. Chronic illness, even a cold...
Understanding Your Professional Window of Tolerance: Signs You’re Moving Out of Your Optimal Zone at Work
As trauma survivors, many of us have become experts at pushing through discomfort at work. We’ve learned to override our body’s signals, power through overwhelming situations, and keep going no matter what. While this ability to persevere has helped us survive, it can...
The Fire Within: Fighting for Freedom
When I started therapy with the dozenth therapist of my life, my world was on fire. The flames of chaos once again swallowed my life. I attended the first few sessions of therapy, desperate to put out the firestorm before it consumed me. Fortunately, my therapist is...