Comments from Book Circles Once a week on Mondays, we meet online to listen to an audio version of a book while the screen is shared for those who don’t have aRead More…
What Exactly, is Hidden Trauma and Why Do I Need to Know?
Childhood trauma can take many forms and can significantly impact a person’s later life, including their work ethic and ability to enjoy life. It affects personal identity, peace of mind, and relationships,Read More…
The Power of a Healing Community: Sharing the Journey
There’s something extraordinary about a healing community … A group of souls brave enough to face their past, bold enough to grow beyond it, and generous enough to share the journey withRead More…
Trust Twisted into Torment: Rising Above Wounding Words
There’s a unique kind of pain that comes from the people we hold closest—those we trust with our vulnerabilities, our dreams, and our hearts. When a loved one turns on us, wieldingRead More…
The Lasting Echoes of Scapegoating: Reclaiming Joy After C-PTSD
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) is a deeply intricate condition, often rooted in prolonged trauma such as being scapegoated within a family, community, or social group. One of the insidious side effectsRead More…
How to Know if You Were Scapegoated as a Child
When someone has been scapegoated in a dysfunctional family, the experience can leave deep psychological, emotional, and even physical marks. These symptoms often linger into adulthood if the dynamic isn’t addressed, andRead More…
Why the Name Circles Groups?
Circles Groups are structured discussions where participants sit in a circle to promote open communication, sharing, and community building. This format encourages everyone to contribute, listen actively, and respect differing viewpoints. KeyRead More…
How to Spot People Who Lack Empathy in Various Settings
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. A lack of empathy is a red flag. Empathy plays a critical role in fostering healthy relationships, whether in aRead More…
Stepping Away from the Scapegoat Role
The scapegoat phenomenon in mental health is a complex issue that is often misunderstood. In families and social groups, people often tend to place blame and responsibility for shared issues on oneRead More…
Recognizing and Transforming Toxic Relationships
Toxic relationships are characterized by harmful behaviors and dynamics that negatively impact one or both individuals involved. These relationships can occur in various contexts, including romantic partnerships, friendships, family relationships, and professionalRead More…
Understanding Your Emotional Responsibility
Emotional responsibility refers to the capacity to recognize, manage, and take ownership of one’s emotions constructively. This concept encompasses the ability to process feelings without burdening others with one’s emotional state. WhenRead More…