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Trauma, Grief, and Loss
Can we fill in the rest of the frames? Yes. For sure we can add grief and loss. Chronic bereavement is another. Overdose. Suicide. Addiction. More specific abuse; rape, domestic violence, incest, physical and emotional neglect. Or fill in the blanks with your trauma.
Denise E LindquistPublished 2 months ago in Psyche Attachment Styles Uncovered
Imagine going on a date and not just seeing a person, but a blueprint of their heart. Attachment theory deciphers this blueprint, revealing how early bonds with caregivers set the stage for adult romance.
Iris ErdilePublished 2 months ago in PsycheHealthy vs. Narcissistic Ghosting.
Ghosting is a form of stonewalling considered one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse in romantic relationships. Ghosting and stonewalling are avoidance defence strategies that break emotional bonds, lead to conflict, dysfunction, and eventual destruction of a relationship.
writemindmattersPublished 2 months ago in PsycheThe World Filled With Magic
The world was filled with magic when I was a child; it was wherever I dared to look. Elves and goblins lurked in between the trees of forests at the edge of the school’s park, watching from the brambles and the brush as I’d try to play with my classmates.
Haley M.T.Published 2 months ago in PsycheAbleist Language You Need To Stop Using
ThWhat is ableism, and why is it harmful? The disabled community is the world's largest minority. It's also the only minority that anyone could become part of at any time. Many non-disabled people take their health for granted. When you're used to living without worry, it's often easy to ignore the thought of how common disability actually is. According to the World Health Organization, nearly one and a half billion people worldwide live with some type of disability, and it isn't always visible.
ghostsandrebelsPublished 2 months ago in PsycheThe Mother of 1000 Orphans
(Original Extended Version- the other was reduced in word count for the challenge) When asked to write about a woman who has truly inspired me, I immediately think of Sindhutai Sapkal, affectionately known as Mai (lit. translation ‘mother’).
Kayleigh Fraser ✨Published 2 months ago in Psyche10 Signs You’re Being Devalued By A Narcissist.
The devaluation phase is the second stage of the narcissist’s abuse cycle. The idealization phase gets you right where they want you, unsuspecting and blind to devaluation. Suddenly you’ve gone from the best thing since sliced bread to breadcrumbs.
writemindmattersPublished 2 months ago in PsycheRandom Thoughts
I am alone in the darkness, scared of the future... I never seem able to stand alone and always shaking in fear when anyone asks anything of me, just a scared little rabbit...
The Schizophrenic MomPublished 2 months ago in PsycheAddiction
Introduction Addiction has a huge impact on society in ways we are just beginning to understand, it's affecting individuals and communities in diverse ways. Traditionally it's associated with substance abuse, addiction manifests in various forms, ranging from compulsive shopping to disordered eating and problematic online pornography use (POPU). These addictive behaviors can disrupt lives, strain relationships, and undermine well-being, posing significant challenges to both individuals and the world at large.
The Divine Reset
In the vast tapestry of spiritual practices that grace our world, Yoruba spiritual cleansing stands out as a vibrant thread, weaving together elements of nature, tradition, and divine wisdom. Rooted in the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people of West Africa, this ancient practice offers a profound journey of renewal and connection, guiding practitioners towards inner harmony and alignment with the cosmos. In this comprehensive exploration, we delve deep into the essence of Yoruba spiritual cleansing, uncovering its rituals, purposes, and significance in the modern world.
Nauniie EubanksPublished 2 months ago in PsycheWhy Troubled Children Have an Increased Trauma In Society
As a former "troubled child" I learned two things normal communication even in the 90s was difficult for me. One, I learned no one listens. Two, if I have a meltdown I will be restrained. Most troubled children like myself when restrained by professionals who wouldn't listen to me traumatized me enough but being able to not move embraced with a professional gripping my hands. That was beyond traumatizing. I didn't know this was still a common practice until I overheard one of my peers who is a major in Psychology interning at some nonprofit agency that's similar to the 90s verse of Latch Key.
Louise Blake-Michael (Risen Phoenix)Published 2 months ago in PsycheI Grew Up with Trauma/Racism
Add agism, and some others. ~~~~ I grew up in a town close to three reservations. My dad died when I was 10 years old and we moved out of the city, and didn’t return to the reservation that my mother grew up in. We were living about 1 hour from her childhood home.
Denise E LindquistPublished 2 months ago in Psyche