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Feeling alienated or disconnected from a family member can be deeply painful. When trauma is part of the story, the process of healing and reconnecting becomes even more complex. This post explores practical ways to understand and navigate these difficult emotions, offering a path toward rebuilding relationships while honoring your own healing journey. Family disconnection often feels like a sudden gap where closeness once existed. This gap can grow wider when trauma—such as

In contemporary society, the language we use to describe our experiences can blur the lines between clinical diagnoses and personal stories. Many people express feelings or reactions that resonate with trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or other mental health issues without a formal diagnosis. This trend prompts critical questions about how we communicate and understand these experiences. Language is an influential tool. It shapes our perceptions and can dictate how

people pleasing.... People pleasing often plagues individuals, often due to past trauma. It can show up in many ways, like constant...

Have you ever tried to recall a favorite moment from your past only to find that certain details are hazy? Perhaps you can hear your...

Surgery can evoke significant feelings of anxiety and fear for many people. The thought of a medical procedure, unfamiliar environments,...

you may have unhealed trauma... When most people think about trauma, they picture flashbacks, nightmares, or panic attacks. And yes,...