Anyone who has ever dealt with trauma can tell you that the worst moments are when triggers hijack our brain causing anxiety that makes it nearly impossible to function. When you get stuck in fight, flight, or freeze mode it can be really hard to get back into your rational brain. And the best part…
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What is Betrayal Trauma?
In my previous post I told you that I have betrayal trauma induced post traumatic stress (PTSD), adrenal fatigue, insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Some of you may have read that and said “huh? What in the world is betrayal trauma!?” I know that’s what I thought the first time I heard the term. Understanding is the first…
Unslumping Yourself- 8 Tips for Dealing With Anxiety and Depression
The fun of the holidays is over. The family has gone home, the parties have ended, and the good will towards strangers seems to have gone out the window. The weather is less than pleasant, and in some places downright nasty. We’ve been so busy over the last few weeks and complete and total burn-out…