Growing up, I was not allowed a safe outlet for my feelings. They were dangerous to my caretakers, and thus to me.
Why do I have to heal my trauma?
Trauma is a trendy topic, but why are we all so obsessed with healing our trauma, and do we truly need to?
Surviving the holidays with your family
Do you feel stuck between loving and hating the people you’re self-isolating with? Anger and resentment are natural emotions, now more than ever.
Let your tears water your soul
When crying, we might feel embarrassed, vulnerable and caught off guard. Here's why you should feel proud of your tears.
How to stop repressing your emotions!
The people here in the UK are known to have a stiff upper lip; they hold back on showing their feelings as emotional public displays are discouraged. But why is that dangerous?
Why I go-go-go instead of let go!
While I work hard play hard, even my play won't ever chill. Why do I prefer to go-go-go instead of letting go?
Practical tips to lighten your heart off anger
When wrong has been done to us, strangely we have a tendency to hold on to anger. It can feel like taking back power, but here are some tips to let go.
How you process relief says a lot about you
Last night I had a scary experience with my rat Brain. Thankfully everything was fine in the morning, but I couldn't help feeling: Shouldn't I be happier?
Emotional intelligence and Brackett’s mood meter
It's easy to be aware of what you're doing, but can you label what you feel? We can minimise misunderstandings, be self-aware and lead happier lives.
Feeling rejected? Childhood abuse and abandonment
Nobody deals well with rejection and abandonment. If you've suffered from childhood trauma and CPTSD, there's additional hurdles to conquer.