Lauren (she/they)
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Consciousness in relationships
It’s crazy to me that my dad’s friends made fun of him (and later me) for his classic 80’s/90s kid/ “moody teenager” qualities. Shouldn’t that have been a sign than he wasn’t doing well? That none of us have adequate communication skills for the depths of our emotions? We’re uncomfortable with sharing each other’s strongest and most powerful emotions. To the point that giant sporting or music events, shopping malls, and parties are our only sense of that metaphysical connection. What if that connection was present in our friends and family? What if our closest relationships didn’t traumatize us?
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Motivation
Conviction
Anyone who identifies as an empath, a deep feeler, a sensitive or old soul: do you find yourself staring at people wanting to scream, "How could you possibly ignore this!?" Whether it's about a personal issue, or societal, it is frustrating to see cries for help or validation being ignored.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Motivation
How we heal
The connection I made with my rescue dog has inspired to become a service dog trainer. I learned how to heal by watching her, and started my healing journey. My job from this point forward is to help others do the same. I am picking up the puppy in less than two weeks, and hoping to write a book over the course of the experience. Healing looks different for everyone, we all have different wounds. The relationship between a service pet and their companion is built on healthy attachments, which is something that many of us with trauma wounds struggle with. Learning how to form a healthy attachment is a good way to undo some of the harm that has been done to us.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Psyche
What Really Helps?
A few things to note before I begin: Those that need help dictate what kind of help they get; not the ones giving help People are more important than money Work refers to more than just getting a paycheck The world is a mess and we all have a responsibility in fixing it
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Psyche
RAD, bro.
Reactive attachment disorder has two types: inhibited and disinhibited. It’s associated with maltreatment of many kinds in early childhood; it has been described as “extremely rare,” but large mental health surveys haven’t been able to capture the prevalence of it. It affects emotions, conduct, hyperactivity, peer relationship, and prosocial behaviors.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Psyche
Combatting Spirals
With many mental illnesses, spiraling thoughts can be an issue. In 2020, when much of the US population has at least one mental illness, it’s safe to say we’ve all experienced the feeling of losing control. Sometimes our inner monologue turns against us, and there isn’t much we can do about it. Sometimes we try to sleep it off, distract ourselves, or give in and take the day off. I don’t think there is any right or wrong answer; maybe we need something different every time. I’m going to try to explain how these spirals feel for me. Maybe this can be validating for someone that feels similarly.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Psyche
Life Path Numerology
Life Path is based on numerology and numerical patterns, and can be a tool to better understand the inner workings of your mind. It takes your birth date and reduces it to a single number, which is your Life Path Number. It can be a similar belief system to astrology or Zodiac signs, or even personality tests; a representation of the possibilities in your life. If nothing else, it can be a mindfulness tool or a tool for self-improvement and growth; a tool for empowerment. Even if you are a skeptic, I would encourage you to try it out.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in Longevity
Thanksgiving 2020
2020. Thanksgiving. What an odd time to be a alive, let alone celebrate a holiday and feel grateful for what we have. According to a tweet that I can't find and therefore cannot properly credit, it's the perfect time to learn about coming to peoples' homes when you shouldn't, spreading diseases in the process.
By Lauren (she/they)3 years ago in The Swamp