Rich Relationships – A Reflection on Selena Soo’s Book
This book came onto my radar through a man I have grown to respect. While our perspectives on psychology differ at times, for the most part we share common foundational work principles, at the core, I recognize he has a heart of gold. After engaging in networking calls and reading his insightful daily emails each […]
How Self-Defense Empowers Girls and Teaches Boys Healthy Boundaries
The Reality of Abuse and the Need for Awareness Over a decade ago, I read a Time magazine cover story about the prevalence of sexual abuse in United States colleges. The statistics were alarming, yet when I mentioned it to my brother, he brushed it off unable or unwilling to confront the reality of our […]
The Journey of My First Dark Night of the Soul
From Student to Master Have you ever faced a moment so dark that it felt like your heart was about to burst from your chest? What if I told you that I’ve not only been there, but I believe those who are called to heal themselves and their generational bloodlines endure several such “dark nights.” […]
When Trauma Silences You—Healing the Voice, Body, and Mind
grew up in a household where doctors were seen as gods and genetics were blamed for everything. I suppose that’s where my distrust in the medical system began. Why didn’t my doctors notice when a happy, outgoing girl suddenly became shy—her face looking as if she had a stroke? Children are resilient, and within a […]
Three Professions That Rarely Hear Lectures on Trauma in Their Education
Trauma is a word that can feel overused, yet in specific environments, it’s not addressed nearly enough. In my view, trauma is often absent from the places where it matters most. This perspective comes from my 14 years in private practice, where I primarily worked with clients from three professional fields. 1. Doctors:Despite significant research […]
I receive as easy as I breathe. My presence is enough.
As tears rolled down my cheeks, releasing layers of physical and emotional pain from deep within, I heard a whisper. Who could it be? It was my angel friend, Angelic Mister Rogers. With his gentle guidance, he reminded me that what happened to me as a child wasn’t a reflection of my worth or divinity […]
