Self – Harming: When Living is Overwhelming

by | Nov 30, 2022 | ACEs, Anger, Anxiety, CPTSD, CPTSD and Self-Harm, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor, Listening, Mental Health Advocacy, Self-Acceptance, Trauma-Informed

Just as suicidal ideation is now openly discussed, so is self-harming. Unfortunately, those who need emotional and physical support, are being shamed and labelled as attention-seeking. Some call it a cry for help. So, why isn’t there more support and care for...

Five Ways to Heal Your Self-Esteem After Leaving an Abusive Relationship

by | Nov 29, 2022 | Boundaries, Building Resilience in Healing, Codependency, Domestic Violence, Emotional Wellness, Feeling Good Enough, Guest Contributor, Healing Codependency, Healing Self-Shame, Hope, Recovery, Self Care, Self-Acceptance

The aftermath of an abusive relationship can be a challenging time. You may feel like you’re not good enough, that you deserve the abuse, or that you’ll never be able to find someone else. It’s important to remember that none of these things are...

Learning to Live with Major Depression

by | Nov 28, 2022 | CPTSD, Depression

Depression is a common ailment in our ever more complicated world. You feel down and may weep for a few days until whatever triggered your depression is somewhat reconciled, and you move on. This is not the case with major depressive disorder (MDD). People who have...