When faced with stress or danger, the body’s natural response is often to enter a state of fight, flight, or freeze. While much attention has been given to strategies for moving out of the fight or flight response, less focus has been placed on the freeze response. The freeze response occurs when the body perceives …
Intersectionality, a term coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw, refers to the interconnected nature of social categorizations such as race, class, gender, sexuality, ability, and other forms of identity. These intersecting identities profoundly shape our experiences, perceptions, and interactions with the world, ourselves, and others. Each identity carries an element of privilege or oppression, which also informs …
Forgiveness is a virtue that transcends cultures, religions, and ages. It holds within it the ability to heal wounds, mend relationships, and liberate individuals from the burdens of resentment and anger. The importance of forgiveness cannot be overstated, as it not only benefits the forgiver but also the forgiven and society at large. One framework …
While therapy can be immensely beneficial for many individuals, it’s important to acknowledge that it may not always be the right fit or yield the desired results for everyone. Recognizing when therapy is not working is crucial for making informed decisions about your mental health care. Here are several signs to watch out for: One …
We hear the word “dysfunction” often but do we really know what it is? What does it look like? Typically when we live in a state of dysfunction, we rarely recognize it. When we grow up is dysfunctional patterns it becomes so normalized to us. This can be hard for us to see our own …
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As children, we’re learning about ourselves, relationships, the world, and everything in between. Everything is new to us and we highly depend on our parents to teach us what we need to know. We have basic needs like shelter, clothing, food, water, and physical safety. We have needs to emotionally connect with our parents and …