When I talk with trauma survivors, I often hear the question, "how do I know I can trust someone?". Relationship red flags are one thing. But what about actions or language that are pro-active? In other words, how can you figure out if someone is trustworthy?
Read moreWith Hope In My Heart
Four four years evil ran marathons across our country. Hatred knocked daily at our doors. The doors of those who care for others, that is. The people who reply with "All Lives Matter". Hatred became more than a spectator sport, discretely watched. It rose to being raucously cheered on, as if hatred were a beloved sports team. And then…
Read moreSaying "No" To Imposter Syndrome": Amy Cuddy's Story
“Not supposed to be here” is a feeling that many of us can identify with. For trauma survivors especially, a vulnerable time like grad school can trigger past trauma and cause doubt. We look to one example of imposter syndrome to learn how we can better help ourselves.
Read moreYou are The Expert
No one can ever presume to know what is best for you. No one should presume that you cannot take care of yourself or that they know better than you do about your life. This is true even if you are a trauma survivor.
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