Trauma & The Brain
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Excuses or Accountability? The Hard Truth That Changed Everything
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There was a time—not that long ago—when I could justify nearly everything that was keeping me stuck.I was tired.Life was chaotic.My…
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From Chaos to Calm: Why Befriending the Body is the Key to Healing
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There’s a quote I often return to — one that speaks directly to the heart of my journey: “Trauma victims cannot…
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Understanding Triggers: A Journey Toward Healing
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For much of my life, I didn’t understand the impact of triggers or how they controlled my thoughts, emotions, and actions.…
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The Emotional Brain vs. The Rational Brain: Navigating Relationships After Trauma
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When a person has been exposed to trauma, the brain adapts in ways that can make navigating life—and especially relationships—challenging. Trauma…
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How Trauma Hijacks the Brain: Understanding the Impact on Rational Thinking
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How Trauma Hijacks the Brain: Understanding the Impact on Rational Thinking We all like to think we’re in control of our…
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The Impact of Trauma on Our Feel-Good Chemicals
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Breaking the Chain: Rewiring Your Brain Chemistry After Trauma Hello, courageous survivors! Today, I want to delve into something incredibly close…