Embarking on the journey of completing college after the age of 40 can be both daunting and empowering. While society often emphasizes the importance of pursuing higher education at a young age, the reality is that life circumstances and personal goals vary widely. For many individuals, the...
Intergenerational trauma, also known as transgenerational trauma, refers to the transmission of traumatic experiences and their psychological effects across generations. It stems from events such as war, genocide, colonization, slavery, displacement, or other forms of systemic violence and...
My husband often jokes that he sees little hearts in the air when my cat Livvy is on my lap, and we are staring into each other’s eyes. He has a point, it’s easier for me to make eye contact with my cats than humans. Let’s talk about eye contact. It’s not something we talk...
My mother had envisioned naming me Melody, a name she found melodious and enchanting. However, my father held a different opinion, leading to the adoption of the name Penny. Throughout my childhood, my mother would recount that I was named after Penny Hughes, a character from the soap opera...
In the intricate tapestry of workplace interactions, the presence of bullies casts a dark shadow over the professional landscape. From the intimidating critic to the subtle manipulator, workplace bullies manifest in various forms, each leaving a distinct mark on the self-confidence and well-being...
As I embark on sharing my personal journey, I do so with the hope that my story will illuminate pathways for others navigating the labyrinth of their own complex medical circumstances. With each word penned, my aim is to offer not just a narrative, but a beacon of understanding and solidarity to...
The concept of self-sabotage is rooted in psychology and has been observed and studied across various therapeutic modalities. While the exact origin of the self-sabotage cycle is complex and multifaceted, it can be traced back to several psychological theories and factors:
Welcome to the journey of emotional discovery! For years, I navigated life with minimal awareness of my feelings, a journey often exacerbated by a family environment where emotional expression was relegated to the shadows. As a parent, I realized the profound impact of this emotional illiteracy...
My first encounter with EMDR left me feeling empty, as if the technique had passed me by without a trace. The therapist’s lack of experience only added to the frustration; use of buzzers and tapping yielded no breakthrough. Perhaps the timing wasn’t right. A car accident and...
In the journey of life, unexpected challenges can arise, shaking us to our core and leaving lasting imprints on our well-being. Trauma, in its many forms, can significantly impact our ability to function in our daily lives, affecting our mental, emotional, and physical health. In the workplace,...
Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) is a condition that arises from prolonged, repeated trauma, often in interpersonal relationships, such as childhood abuse or neglect. It’s important to recognize that C-PTSD is not simply a psychiatric condition but involves complex interactions between...
In our quest for a meaningful and fulfilling life, our work plays a central role. After all, we spend a significant portion of our time and energy in the workplace. Yet, for many people, the pursuit of satisfaction in their work can feel elusive. Whether it’s feeling stuck in a...
