Trauma is not just a memory of a difficult past; it is a physiological and psychological imprint that changes how we experience the present. When an event overwhelms our ability to cope, the brain’s “alarm system” can get stuck in the “on” position, leading to symptoms like hypervigilance, flashbacks, and emotional numbness. Trauma-focused therapy is...
Recognizing and Surviving the Fog of Gaslighting
Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like the ground beneath your feet has turned into quicksand? You know what you saw, you remember what was said, but the person across from you insists – with absolute certainty – that you’re “remembering it wrong” or “just being sensitive.” This isn’t just a simple...
How Chronic Stress Reshapes Mental Health
In our fast-paced modern world, stress is often viewed as a badge of honor – a sign of productivity and ambition. However, when the “fight or flight” response becomes a permanent state rather than a temporary reaction, it transforms into chronic stress. Unlike acute stress, which can motivate us to meet a deadline or avoid...
Headline: When “Later” Becomes a Habit: How Childhood Trauma Can Fuel Procrastination
Procrastination—delaying tasks despite knowing the cost—is often dismissed as a simple matter of poor time-management or laziness. Yet a growing body of psychological research suggests that for many individuals, procrastination may be a meaningful signal: a coping strategy born from early relational wounding and trauma. In other words, the roots of “I’ll do it later”...
Grief After Loss: navigating and Coping
Grief is a profound emotional response to loss, often triggered by the death of a loved one, but it can also stem from other significant changes like the end of a relationship, job loss, or a major life transition. It’s the anguish felt when something or someone cherished is taken away, and while it’s a...
Coping with Job Insecurity: Strategies for Resilience in Uncertain Times
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, job insecurity has become a common concern for many workers. Whether due to economic downturns, technological advancements like AI automation, or company restructurings, the fear of losing one’s job can lead to significant stress and anxiety. As of 2025, with ongoing global shifts in industries such as tech and...