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From Trauma To Triumph
Title: From Trauma to Triumph: My Journey After Being Shot In life, we often face unexpected challenges that test our strength, resilience, and determination. For me, one of the most defining moments came when I was shot. It was a moment that shattered my sense of security, but through perseverance and unwavering support, I transformed my trauma into a story of triumph.
Esther KeithPublished about 2 hours ago in PsycheWho are you?
The lesson of rebellious shadows helps people see their true nature. Don't let an invisible shadow have the power to crush your spirit and drown your life.
A Peer Supporter's Guide to Understanding the Definition of Progress in Our Mental Health Journey's
I used to be just like many of you out there, believing that persistent, challenging thoughts and feelings meant I was either regressing or not moving forward quickly enough in managing my ADHD and generalized anxiety. However, I've learned that our conventional 'in with the good, out with the bad' philosophy, while appealing, oversimplifies the complex realities of our mental health challenges.
Sandy PacePublished about 4 hours ago in PsycheGetting Rid of Water Bugs
Water bugs, additionally acknowledged as roaches or palmetto bugs, are unwelcome company in any home. These resilient bugs thrive in moist environments and can rapidly emerge as a nuisance if no longer dealt with promptly. Not solely are they unsightly, however they can additionally pose fitness dangers as they raise micro organism and allergens. Fortunately, there are countless tremendous techniques to put off water bugs and forestall their return. In this guide, we will discover a number of strategies to assist you reclaim your domestic from these pesky invaders.
Moharif YuliantoPublished about 17 hours ago in PsycheWhere Did My Life Go?
"Where did my life go?" This is a question that keeps popping up in my mind again and again many years after my traumatic past life ended.
Carol TownendPublished about 20 hours ago in PsycheDEFINITION OF YOGA - SUTRA 1.2
This sutra embodies the entire essence of the science of Self-realisation. By way of relaxed concentration, the practitioner prevents all mind-stuff (vritti) from forming in their individual conscious awareness (chitta) allowing them to experience pure conscious being. This then, is yoga or samadhi, the core teaching of the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali. The sutras that follow provide more detail on how to facilitate experiencing yoga, oneness consciousness.
David McGrathPublished a day ago in PsycheVerbal Abuse, Humiliation Tactics, and Intimate Partner Violence
You’re at a dive bar with your boyfriend and his aggressively shitty friends. It’s their usual, rowdy scene, although it’s never really been yours. You’re an introvert who’s learned to manage in a crowd, but you much prefer a smaller group setting. Honestly, you’re mostly there to appease and babysit a violent alcoholic.
Veronica Wren - Trauma Sucks. Recovery Shouldn't.Published a day ago in PsycheMultiple Intelligences
This article is about different types of intelligence, commonly known as ‘Multiple Intelligences’: a theory designed by a psychologist and professor of Harvard University named Howard Gardner in his book ‘Multiple Intelligences’ in 1983.
Mastering Adaptability: Strategies for Enhancing Emotional Agility & Building Resilience.
Mental flexibility is the cornerstone of improving mental health. But what exactly does it entail? In the complex landscape of mental health, one trait stands out as a fundamental cornerstone — Flexibility. The theory posits that at the core of mental health lies flexibility. A healthy individual who possesses flexibility in the psyche allows for growth and resilience. Many factors contribute to flexibility in the psyche. However, adaptability stands out as a key component of flexibility in the psyche. It’s the secret sauce for navigating life’s twists and turns with grace.
Lady Lavinia DasaniPublished a day ago in Psyche8 Fear Conditioning Tactics That Taught Me Not to Trust Love
The idea of falling in love again is bonkers to me, something I feel is a well-informed opinion. It’s not that I don’t believe love is real. I’ve felt it. I feel it. Deep down, I’m nothing if not a sappy, helpless pile of romantic mush. An easy target.
Veronica Wren - Trauma Sucks. Recovery Shouldn't.Published 2 days ago in PsycheExploring the Gray Areas of Humanity
The story unfolds with a seemingly innocuous moment: the narrator, casually flipping through the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) at a friend's house, discovers something unexpected about themselves. As they leaf through the pages of the DSM, the manual that meticulously catalogues every known mental disorder, they find themselves identifying with not just one, but multiple conditions listed within its pages. This revelation sparks a journey into the intricate and often perplexing world of psychiatry and human behaviour.
Sebastian ClarkePublished 2 days ago in PsycheManaging Emotions
Emotions are reactions that human beings experience in response to events or situations. The type of emotion a person experiences is determined by the circumstance that triggers the emotion. For instance, a person experiences joy when they receive good news and fear when they are threatened.