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About ten years ago, I provided incorrect information during a conference call with our sales reps. Almost immediately after the call, I realized my mistake and was horrified. I went to my boss' office and told him what I'd done but that I'd contacted the person doing the minutes of the meeting...
I’m having major surgery on Tuesday. I'll admit that I’m nervous; I haven’t had an overnight hospitalization since my son was born almost 30 years ago. At a minimum, I’ll be admitted for at least a few days. For those of us with a history of trauma, these times can be...
Trigger Warning: This blog post discusses suicide
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide, with significant increases in certain populations, particularly among young people, veterans, and certain ethnic groups. The World Health Organization...
In our fast-paced world, stress is an all-too-common companion. Whether it stems from work, personal life, or environmental factors, the effects of stress can be pervasive, impacting both mental and physical health. While many people focus on stress management techniques like mindfulness,...
Trauma can profoundly impact a person’s mental and physical well-being. While some individuals vividly remember their traumatic experiences, others may have blocked or repressed these memories. Surprisingly, the absence of conscious recollection does not always shield a person from...
Today is International Day of Friends, a wonderful opportunity to celebrate those special people we choose to have in our lives. True friends, especially as adults, are rare and precious gems. I deeply value the friends I have and hold dear the memories of those I've lost to illness. My journey...
Absenteeism in the workplace is often viewed through the lens of productivity and efficiency. When an employee frequently misses work, it can disrupt team dynamics, delay projects, and strain resources. However, beneath the surface of absenteeism often lies a complex web of personal struggles,...
In 2016, I was in a car accident that left me with a concussion but no visible injuries. Unconscious for a time, I was later diagnosed with Visual Midline Shift, a condition where my brain told my eyes that everything was shifted right and forward. Prism lenses were prescribed, and though I...
Trauma can leave deep scars, invisible to the eye but profoundly felt within. It reshapes our sense of self, warping perceptions of safety and trust. Among its many guises, trauma often manifests through layers of shame and vulnerability, emotions that intertwine to form a complex web of inner...
Anyone who follows me knows that I’m a “Swiftie.” As a trauma coach, a song on her latest album, The Tortured Poet’s Department (TTPD), hit home for me – I Can Do It With A Broken Heart. Some of the lyrics describe the familiar behavior of a high-functioning trauma...
Growing up, I faced a recurring challenge of headaches that kept me home from school more often than I would have liked. It wasn't about playing hooky; these headaches were real, and they've persisted into my adult life, exacerbated by a head injury along the way. When I stayed home, my routine...
