The human brain is a magical creation. It has all the survival components of other mammals and then, on top like some mystical icing on an already incredible cake, it has language. This means we can share knowledge, tell stories, collaborate and communicate, even if...
Think of a time when something hard happened in your life and the emotions connected with that experience will probably leap back into view. This is how us humans work, our bodies respond to thoughts as if the event was present now. And if you give that feeling tone a...
As previously explored here, trauma creates a tangled mess of emotions, sensations, thoughts and nervous system responses that is confusing, disorienting and can make you feel like you’re broken. You are not. Today I want to begin to answer the question What do...
The experience of trauma, be it abuse, combat, relational trauma or cult involvement, has a predictable effect on a person’s Central Nervous System (CNS). Experiencing either severe or prolonged threats to your safety (including psychological safety)...
This week, as I sat out on my porch, watching the last days of spring roll past, the mulberries ripening and the pears growing strong, I was struck by an interesting thought… What is the point of all this thinking? Mind says that it is to solve all the problems in my...
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