trauma

At its core, trauma can be thought of as the psychological wounds that persist, even when the physical ones are long gone.

The Crack and the Crumble. Content Warning.
Note: This article is brutally honest about a few things and therefore comes with a trigger warning. It is however a vital conversation that needs to happen. The feedback I've had from others in the industry tells me just how much this conversation is needed.
By KC2 years ago in Psyche
Struggling with Depression . Content Warning.
Emily pulled the covers tighter around her, though the morning sun was already spilling through the blinds. She stared at the ceiling, aware of the clock ticking relentlessly by her bedside. Another day had begun, but she could feel its weight pressing down on her chest, pinning her to the mattress.
By Chukwudebe Samuel 2 years ago in Psyche
Ephemeral
In the heart of a bustling city, amidst the cacophony of everyday life, Emma and Daniel's love bloomed like a delicate flower, beautiful and fragile. Their story began with a chance encounter on a rainy afternoon, their eyes meeting across a crowded café, igniting a spark that would set their souls ablaze. Emma, with her infectious laughter and eyes that danced with mischief, captured Daniel's heart from the very first moment. And Daniel, with his quiet strength and unwavering kindness, became the anchor that Emma didn't know she needed.
By SaurabhK2 years ago in Psyche
What is Sadness?
Sadness is a mere dream of an unsatisfied soul. Your desire to be in a state of happiness and unable to get there make you numb. But it only happens when you allow the mole to grow with time. The drive to achieve your dream should always keep you fresh and lively.
By Maha2 years ago in Psyche
heal psychological damage. AI-Generated.
Why do animals like tigers, dogs, and cats have the ability to be aware of their body injuries and prioritize healing those injuries, while we seem to lose that ability? I will share a topic about psychological wounds that need healing. There is a very familiar and cute story about a tiger, where when a tiger is hunting and gets injured, its instinct will know that it is hurt. The tiger will then automatically abandon all food-seeking activities to return to a safer den and lick the wound for many days, even weeks, until the wound heals before it resumes hunting and looking for food. Animals have that instinct, so the question is, what about us? In our lives, we have many emotional wounds that make us feel pain. These wounds can be even more painful than the broken bones of a tiger. They are wounds in our souls - loneliness, despair, guilt - causing us pain and breakdown. However, we either do not realize or realize but do not prioritize taking time and space to truly heal the wound. So, the first question is why animals like tigers, dogs, and cats have the ability to perceive their wounds and prioritize healing, while we lose that ability. From my perception and experience, there are two fundamental reasons. Firstly, when the tiger in the story is physically injured, it is easy to recognize and treat. If we have similar physical wounds like bleeding, cuts, sprains, or broken bones, we will seek immediate support. So, if we have the ability to recognize physical wounds, we can definitely prioritize healing them. But emotional and psychological wounds within our souls are harder to see. We are in pain, but we do not see or understand our pain, and those around us cannot see our pain either, so we do not realize and prioritize healing. The second reason, which is much more important, is the modern society we live in today distracts us. When we feel sad, we now have too many instant healing medications to soothe the emotional and mental wounds immediately. We have many funny articles on Facebook to read, jokes, and funny videos on YouTube, TikTok to instantly soothe the wounds at that moment. We have become addicted to that instant entertainment instead of delving deep inside to face, understand, and heal the source of those wounds. The habit of spending too much time with technological products has also made us neglect those around us, failing to notice the loneliness, suffering, and pain of our fathers, mothers, partners, or friends, which comes from today's modern lifestyle. Therefore, we can see that young people today are no longer hungry for physical needs but rather hunger for emotional and mental fulfillment.
By Huy Đặng2 years ago in Psyche
The Protagonist
I'm uncertain about her condition, but I heard some noises from her room last night. My tenant, Riya, seems to be in distress. She's been asleep for 18 hours. When I went to wake her up, the sight was alarming. Her room was immaculate, but she was lying on her bed, which was stained red with blood. She's been menstruating for 18 hours, and blood is still seeping onto the bed. Despite sleeping for 18 hours, she had dark circles under her eyes when she woke up.
By Saurabh Sankhla2 years ago in Psyche
My Journey With EMDR Therapy
I sat in an office, watching a blue light move left and right. A therapist was asking me probing questions, trying to pull every agonizing detail of my trauma out of me.
By Leon Macfayden2 years ago in Psyche
How to Recognize the Early Symptoms of PTSD
I couldn't stop crying. I was reliving the same horrific nightmare on repeat, and yet I was awake. My mind was like a TV screen in crystal clear HD, except it played nightmarish scenes and had no off button.
By Leon Macfayden2 years ago in Psyche
Simple Tips on Holding Space for Ourselves
In today's world, we are constantly connected to everything and everyone around us such as social media and smart devices. Yet, the world often feels more disconnected than ever, especially if you are neurodivergent community or have a mental illness. Why? Because when we take time to prioritize our mental health and symptoms, it is often frowned upon, leading us to disconnect from our thoughts and feelings, leading to us masking and neglecting our emotional well-being.
By SP 2 years ago in Psyche
Guarding Your Heart: Managing Conversations That Dig Up Past Trauma
Dealing with past trauma is a deeply personal journey, filled with moments of vulnerability and remarkable resilience. For many survivors, one of the most challenging aspects of this journey is managing interactions with individuals who, intentionally or unintentionally, bring up painful memories.
By Chelsea Rose2 years ago in Psyche
A letter to my best friend. Content Warning.
You wake up, you struggle to get out of bed. You feel overwhelmed by the sunlight. You think “Oh no, did I wake up too late again?” even if its still early in the morning. You feel conflicted, you're so worried about wasting time, yet you can't find the strength to get out of bed.
By Lisa Keller2 years ago in Psyche
How Feelings Shape Art: Exploring Mental Health and Creativity. Content Warning.
Writing is like painting with words. It's a way to express feelings, ideas, and stories. But what happens when the mind behind the words is struggling with mental illness? Does it make someone a better writer? Let's explore this idea together.
By Sandra M2 years ago in Psyche