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Exploring trauma, growth, and recovery—one post at a time.

Two women having a difficult emotional interaction, representing relationship challenges, hurt feelings, and the need for understanding

Two women having a difficult emotional interaction, representing relationship challenges, hurt feelings, and the need for understanding

When Your Partner Doesn’t Understand Your Trauma

Jennifer McNeil

Dec 17, 20235 min read

Using Mindfulness to Regulate your Emotions after Trauma.

Jennifer McNeil

Dec 10, 20235 min read

Wrists with courage and compassion tattoos, representing self-kindness, resilience, and personal healing

Wrists with courage and compassion tattoos, representing self-kindness, resilience, and personal healing

How to Practice Self-Compassion as a Childhood Trauma Survivor

Jennifer McNeil

Dec 3, 20233 min read

Adult and child wearing boots standing outdoors together, representing connection, support, and the impact of childhood experiences

Adult and child wearing boots standing outdoors together, representing connection, support, and the impact of childhood experiences

The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study: Reshaping the Way We Think About Childhood Trauma

Jennifer McNeil

Nov 26, 20233 min read

Therapeutic journaling is more than simply writing down your thoughts — it can be a powerful tool for self-reflection, emotional processing, and healing. Explore how journaling can help you understand your emotions, identify patterns, reconnect with yourself, and create space for greater self-awareness and growth.

Therapeutic journaling is more than simply writing down your thoughts — it can be a powerful tool for self-reflection, emotional processing, and healing. Explore how journaling can help you understand your emotions, identify patterns, reconnect with yourself, and create space for greater self-awareness and growth.

Therapeutic Journaling: So much more than Dear Diary.

Jennifer McNeil

Nov 19, 20233 min read

Family gathering during the holidays, representing connection, relationships, and the importance of emotional boundaries and self-care

Family gathering during the holidays, representing connection, relationships, and the importance of emotional boundaries and self-care

Deck the Halls, Not Your Family: A Holiday Survival Guide.

Jennifer McNeil

Nov 5, 20235 min read

Woman resting her hand on her forehead, representing fatigue, stress, and the emotional impact of seasonal changes

Woman resting her hand on her forehead, representing fatigue, stress, and the emotional impact of seasonal changes

Seasonal Affective Disorder: What It Is & What You Can Do About It.

Jennifer McNeil

Oct 29, 20233 min read

Group of people gathered together, symbolizing supportive relationships, belonging, and emotional connection

Group of people gathered together, symbolizing supportive relationships, belonging, and emotional connection

The Role of Social Support in Mental Health: What You Need to Know.

Jennifer McNeil

Oct 22, 20236 min read

Woman resting her head on a man’s shoulder, representing comfort, support, and emotional connection

Woman resting her head on a man’s shoulder, representing comfort, support, and emotional connection

Trauma Responses & CPTSD: What Our Bodies Hold and How to Heal.

Jennifer McNeil

Oct 15, 20236 min read

Adult hand covering a child’s mouth, representing silencing, fear, and the impact of childhood trauma

Adult hand covering a child’s mouth, representing silencing, fear, and the impact of childhood trauma

Child Abuse: Effects on Adult Survivors

Jennifer McNeil

Oct 8, 20233 min read

Woman with a drawn smile on paper covering her mouth and tear-streaked makeup, representing hidden emotions and the importance of mental health support

Woman with a drawn smile on paper covering her mouth and tear-streaked makeup, representing hidden emotions and the importance of mental health support

October is National Depression & Mental Health Screening Month

Jennifer McNeil

Oct 1, 20234 min read

Close-up of a woman’s eyes with tears, representing emotional vulnerability, compassion, and the healing process

Close-up of a woman’s eyes with tears, representing emotional vulnerability, compassion, and the healing process

The Importance of Trauma-Informed Care

Jennifer McNeil

Sep 24, 20234 min read

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