Healing from the Past: Understanding Trauma and Finding Your Path to Recovery

This post explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, distinguishing between "Big T," "Little t," and developmental traumas, explaining how these overwhelming experiences physiologically impact the nervous system. It details various ways trauma manifests in daily life, from emotional dysregulation and intrusive thoughts to relationship challenges and physical symptoms. TKey healing principles are outlined, including establishing safety, cultivating self-compassion, and processing experiences, emphasizing that recovery is possible and professional therapeutic support is transformative in reclaiming one's life.

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When Worry Takes Over: Practical Strategies for Managing Anxiety and Being “Productive” in Your Worry

Worry and anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone, and there are many ways to manage the distress that comes along with these feelings. You can even be "productive" in your worry by using strategies like "worry time," focused problem-solving, and decatastrophizing practice. Even with these tools, intense anxiety can still surface. When it does, techniques like mindfulness, self-care, setting boundaries, deep breathing, physical movement, and grounding can help calm your nervous system.

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