If we give ourselves the care we give to others, our impact will be greater. “How you gon’ win when you ain’t right within?” -Lauren Hill About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and…
Effects of Trauma
The effects of trauma are profound. A healthy nervous system can move both into and out of fight/flight as activation increases or decreases.
Types of Traumatic Events
In today’s post, I have broken down the various types of traumatic events and provided a few examples to help clarify these terms.
Definition of Trauma
When we talk about trauma, we are referring to what happens within our bodies during and after the event–not the particular event itself.
Coherence & Gratitude
There were many days over the past year where the only thing that kept me hopeful was the knowledge that regardless of what was going on, something was working in my favor…
Gratitude Bowls
Gratitude is more than just a thought or a feeling. It is a consistent practice of recognizing moments, people, and things that you are thankful for. Furthermore, without the practice or ritual, it is all too easy to forget or dismiss these moments when life gets tough.
Vicarious Trauma & the Media
Vicarious trauma, or secondary trauma, is indirect exposure to a traumatic event through a first-hand account or narrative of that event. Vicarious trauma is often used in reference to caregivers and healing professionals, but we’re seeing more vicarious or secondary trauma reactions in the general public, from viewing violent or horrific videos online. A discussion was prompted in our…