Somatic work is the practice of reconnecting with your body to release stored stress, trauma, or emotional tension. You don’t need a fancy setup, prior knowledge, or a therapist to begin. All you need is willingness, curiosity, and a few minutes of quiet attention. Somatic practices gently restore the mind-body connection—helping you feel safer, calmer, […]
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Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that causes you to question your own thoughts, perceptions, emotions, or memories. It’s subtle, strategic, and deeply destabilizing—often making you feel confused, self-doubting, or even like you’re “going crazy.” If you’re wondering whether you’re being gaslighted, that alone is a red flag. This guide will help you identify
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Online hate can feel deeply personal—even when it comes from strangers. Words on a screen may not leave physical bruises, but they can bruise your spirit, your confidence, and your sense of safety. Whether you’re a content creator, advocate, or just someone who shared an opinion, dealing with digital cruelty requires emotional boundaries and intentional
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When someone you care about is living with PTSD, finding the right gift can be a way to offer comfort without pressure. The most meaningful gifts aren’t flashy—they’re thoughtful, trauma-sensitive, and rooted in safety. They say, “You’re not alone. You’re seen. I’m here for you,” without needing many words. Here are 10 small but powerful
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Workplace PTSD often develops after prolonged exposure to toxic environments, harassment, bullying, exploitation, or sudden traumatic incidents like public humiliation or wrongful termination. Even after leaving the job, reminders of that environment can reawaken physical and emotional distress. These triggers can appear in subtle, everyday moments, often catching you off guard. Recognizing them helps you
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When you’ve been through trauma or chronic stress, your nervous system may get stuck in a pattern of survival—fight, flight, or freeze. Even when there’s no immediate danger, your body may still respond as if it’s under threat. Polyvagal Theory gives us a roadmap back to ventral vagal, the state of calm, connection, and safety.
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