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Two pairs of feet standing in front of the words "passion led us here".

Two pairs of feet standing in front of the words "passion led us here".

Daring To Dream: Thoughts on following your dreams when healing from trauma

Healing Journey

Aug 1, 20247 min read

depression by Johnhain on pixabay

depression by Johnhain on pixabay

Domestic Violence and Mental Health: Why Coercive Control Is a Mental Health Crisis

Coercive Control

May 16, 20244 min read

A taxi sign from on top of a taxi. Image by Rasor on Pixabay

A taxi sign from on top of a taxi. Image by Rasor on Pixabay

Domestic Violence: Why They Stay

Coercive Control

May 3, 202410 min read

Two chairs facing each other in a meeting.

Two chairs facing each other in a meeting.

Not All Mental Health Professionals Are Good: Tips On Recognizing Bad Therapists

Mar 4, 20249 min read

A boxing glove hitting a punching bag. Photo Boxing Glove: Rin Lamy

A boxing glove hitting a punching bag. Photo Boxing Glove: Rin Lamy

The Art of Rolling With The Punches and Post-Traumatic Growth

CPTSD PTSD and Trauma

Feb 18, 20246 min read

woman by Gerd Altmann on Pixabay

woman by Gerd Altmann on Pixabay

Mental Illness and Self-Identity: A Mental Disorder Is Not An Identity

Jan 13, 20245 min read

A hand holding a blood vial with a stethoscope in the background.

A hand holding a blood vial with a stethoscope in the background.

PTSD and Cholesterol: Does PTSD really make it more likely to have high cholesterol?

CPTSD PTSD and Trauma

Jan 5, 20246 min read

Holiday Stress: Unpopular opinions and preparing for the new year

Holiday Stress: Unpopular opinions and preparing for the new year

Holiday Stress: Unpopular opinions and preparing for the new year

Healing Journey

Dec 30, 20235 min read

CPTSD: A Perspective on the invisible wounds and murder of creativity by Rin Lamy on Diary of a Flopping Fish

CPTSD: A Perspective on the invisible wounds and murder of creativity by Rin Lamy on Diary of a Flopping Fish

CPTSD and Creativity: A perspective on the invisible wounds and murder of creativity

CPTSD PTSD and Trauma

Oct 9, 20237 min read

Two bowls of steak ramen. Photo: Rin Lamy

Two bowls of steak ramen. Photo: Rin Lamy

PTSD and Inflammation: How our diet can help or hinder our healing journey

CPTSD PTSD and Trauma

Sep 9, 20235 min read

From Left: Better Boy Tomato, Sun Sugar Cherry Tomato, Roma Tomatoes. Images belong to Diary of a Flopping Fish.

From Left: Better Boy Tomato, Sun Sugar Cherry Tomato, Roma Tomatoes. Images belong to Diary of a Flopping Fish.

Reflections on My Healing Journey – Perspectives on the benefits of gardening for mental health

Healing Journey

Aug 11, 20236 min read

A woman holds her head with anxiety.

A woman holds her head with anxiety.

Morning anxiety causes and what may help to reduce it

Jul 14, 20237 min read

A plant growing through a crack in a sidewalk : Lucas Chizzali: Upsplash

A plant growing through a crack in a sidewalk : Lucas Chizzali: Upsplash

Don’t Sit in Your Pain: Advice on Healing from Emotional Trauma

Jun 27, 20235 min read

A couple's silhouette. Wix stock

A couple's silhouette. Wix stock

PTSD and Interpersonal Relationships – A Survivors Perspective

CPTSD PTSD and Trauma

May 28, 20225 min read

A dog looking directly at the camera.

A dog looking directly at the camera.

Emotional Validation and Invalidation: What It Is and Why It Matters for Trauma Survivors

May 21, 20225 min read

Self Help or Shameless Perfection? An opinion on the self-help journey.

Self Help or Shameless Perfection? An opinion on the self-help journey.

Self Help or Shameless Perfection? An opinion on the self-help journey.

Healing Journey

Apr 30, 20223 min read

A chamelian on a branch.

A chamelian on a branch.

A Quick Look at Impostor Syndrome

Mar 26, 20224 min read

Procrastination Woe’s And A Few Tips after Quitting Smoking

Procrastination Woe’s And A Few Tips after Quitting Smoking

Procrastination Woe’s And A Few Tips after Quitting Smoking

Mar 19, 20223 min read

Logs burning and flames.

Logs burning and flames.

Healing Is Painful: A Perspective On Recovering From Trauma

Healing Journey

Mar 15, 20223 min read

a butterfly on a leaf

a butterfly on a leaf

Be A Butterfly: A Thought on Post-Traumatic Growth

Healing Journey

Feb 5, 20223 min read

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