by Cyndi Bennett | Sep 15, 2025 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, Workplace Trauma
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...
by Cyndi Bennett | Sep 8, 2025 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, Workplace Trauma
Taking time away from work to focus on your mental health is a courageous and necessary step in your healing journey. Now, as you contemplate returning to the workforce, you might feel a mix of emotions — hope, apprehension, determination, and perhaps a touch of...
by Cyndi Bennett | Sep 1, 2025 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, Workplace Trauma
As trauma survivors, we know all too well how our surroundings can profoundly impact our healing journey. Our work environment, where we spend a significant portion of our days, is no exception. It can either be a source of stress that hinders our recovery or a...
by Cyndi Bennett | Aug 21, 2025 | CPTSD, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, PTSD, Workplace Trauma
As trauma survivors navigating the professional world, many of us have experienced those moments when work feels utterly overwhelming or, conversely, when we feel disconnected and numb. These experiences are often related to our “window of tolerance,” a concept that’s...
by Cyndi Bennett | Aug 14, 2025 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, Workplace Trauma
For trauma survivors in the workplace, moments of overwhelming stress can suddenly render even routine tasks daunting. These instances often indicate that we’ve exceeded our emotional capacity — what experts call our “window of tolerance.” Recognizing the early...
by Cyndi Bennett | Jul 21, 2025 | CPTSD and PTSD, Occupational Mental Health & CPTSD, Trauma, Workplace Trauma
The Unique Challenges of Trauma Survivors in the Workplace For trauma survivors, the workplace can be an emotional minefield. Our past experiences often leave us with heightened sensitivity to stress, making it challenging to regulate our emotions, especially in...
