Siddhartha
But depression does not recede with the ministering of kind words from a friend. Joe’s words had been a balm, … Continue reading Siddhartha
Tag: healing
Diana
When I entered therapy at age 32, I learned the first task for the trauma survivor is to establish a … Continue reading Diana
Frank
Every story has its heroes and villains. In a story of trauma and assault, the villains are easy to spot. … Continue reading Frank
Breaking Open the Story
CONTAINS TRIGGERING CONTENT Over the next few months, I am going to tell my story of assault and healing. Here. … Continue reading Breaking Open the Story
5 Ways to Prevent Family Estrangement
How my family talked ourselves into a corner–and why yours doesn’t have to. Continue reading 5 Ways to Prevent Family Estrangement
Passing Normal: When Your Mother Has Autism
I inherited an odd brain. When the winter sun hits the three o’clock slant and stares me straight in the … Continue reading Passing Normal: When Your Mother Has Autism
How Chronic Illness Made Me a Champion Worrywart
I worry about everything. Barometric pressure. Fluorescent lights. Hormones. My bedtime. You name it, I can fret over it. So … Continue reading How Chronic Illness Made Me a Champion Worrywart
