Category: Life After PTSD
What Can I Do to Better Myself Today? Spotting the Early Signs of a Mental Health Decline
Some mornings, one small question can change everything: “What can I do to better myself today?” In this post, I share how ignoring my early warning signs led to a mental health decline—and how noticing the signals early can help you protect your well-being and reclaim your life.
The Thin Line Between Anger and Sadness — And How to Tell the Difference
Sadness and anger are deeply connected. Often, what looks like anger is actually unrecognized sadness, fear, or loneliness. By learning to name emotions accurately — especially when living with trauma or long-term stress — we can break reactive cycles, communicate more honestly, and move toward healing and deeper connection.
Being Social From a Distance
Isolation feels safe when you live with PTSD — but it can quietly deepen the very pain you’re trying to escape. Being Social From a Distance explores creative, low-pressure ways to reconnect with the world without overwhelming your nervous system.
Lately, Writing Has Been My Anchor
Writing has a way of grounding us when the future feels uncertain. For me, it’s not just an outlet — it’s how I stay connected to purpose while searching for what’s next. Lately, I’ve been doing far more writing than promoting, interviewing, or podcasting — and there are a few reasons for that. The most…
Memory Lane and the Lessons Trauma Leaves Behind
When PTSD pulls you back into the past, it’s not always about reliving pain — sometimes, it’s about rediscovering meaning. In this reflection, I share how forgiveness, perspective, and the courage to pause helped me find peace after years of mental chaos. Healing starts the moment we stop confusing survival with weakness.
Why I Write About Mental Health: Living With PTSD and Finding Purpose
“Why I Write About Mental Health: Living With PTSD and Finding Purpose” is my story of how trauma, firefighting, and resilience shaped not only my life, but also my mission to write, connect, and help others find hope. For those even remotely familiar with my work—whether through The Road to Mental Wellness, Wired to Be…
Coping with PTSD During Wildfires: Helpful Tips
How wildfires can trigger PTSD symptoms and what you can do to support someone when they are triggered.
Here I Am Again: PTSD, Silence, and the Fight for Peace
Living with PTSD after emergency service work is a daily battle. Discover how trauma shapes life, fear, and hope in this powerful personal reflection.