It is only natural that when someone experiences trauma and survives they may wish to help others. Interestingly, by helping others who have been through similar experiences we create more opportunities to make meaningful connections. Social connections help ourselves get better. The connections we create when helping others also serve to develop stronger sense of … Read more
When I consider my chronic pain and where it all began… I find myself thinking of: connection and belonging and my own healing journey… … all that I’ve learned about trauma and how it affects our health – both emotional(mental) and physical… … how my own story unfolded and the impact various stresses had on … Read more
So many organizing, de cluttering, self-help gurus tell you to think about what sparks joy for you. Declutter by getting rid of things that don’t bring you joy… When overwhelmed by the chaos or demanding schedule – such as it is- of your life, focus only on the things that meet your basic needs or … Read more
Connections that we form with people and the world around us have a huge impact on us as individuals. Over our lifespan we see many of our social connections (friends and family) come and go. It’s inevitable that relationships change over the years, but we will always have that time, those memories, and a foundation … Read more
Do you know how it feels to be disconnected from everything around you… while continuing to go through the motions? Have you found yourself without authentic connections? Have you ever found yourself surrounded by people, while feeling completely alone? Depression & Anxiety Many call this a symptom of depression and/or anxiety… along with: feeling blue; … Read more
#BreakTheBias International Women’s Day is so much more than celebrating women’s accomplishments. It’s a day of activism. International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on how far we still need to go for equality for all genders in this world. Activism The feminist in me still calls out misogyny and the appalling treatment women … Read more