Tag: PTSd
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.
In the Mental Thick of It
Navigating PTSD triggers in everyday life can be overwhelming, especially in high-stress environments. In this heartfelt blog post, a mental health worker shares their personal experience coping with PTSD in a hospital waiting room, where past trauma resurfaced in unexpected ways. They also explore the lasting impact of workplace trauma, detailing how professional stressors can…
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…
AI Psychosis: When Technology Crosses Into Mental Health
🎧 Listen to the audio version of this article Artificial intelligence isn’t just a tool anymore—it’s a companion, a problem-solver, even a late-night confidant. But what happens when our reliance on AI pushes beyond convenience and begins to fracture our sense of reality? Welcome to the unsettling new phenomenon mental health experts are calling “AI…
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.
The Power of Peer Group Support in Mental Health Recovery
Discover the transformative impact of peer support groups on mental health recovery. Learn how shared experiences foster healing.
The Anxiety Thermostat: How Therapy Helped Me Turn Down the Heat
Most mornings, anxiety kicks in like a broken thermostat—set too high, stuck on worry. Therapy didn’t “fix” me, but it gave me tools to turn down the heat. Still fighting at 49, but now I’ve got backup.
An Anxiety Disorder Could Save Your Life
Anxiety sucks—but sometimes, it can save your life. Hyper-awareness, gut instincts, and pre-planning aren’t just symptoms—they’re survival tools. Here’s how my anxiety became a hidden strength. Read: https://bit.ly/42g3Dab 💥 #MentalHealth #PTSD #Anxiety #SurvivalMindset #blog
Toxic or Not? Defining the Line in Challenging Relationships
“What makes a relationship truly toxic? Is it the presence of mental health struggles, or the refusal to seek help? 💭 Living with PTSD, depression, or anxiety can be incredibly challenging—for both the person suffering and their loved ones. But does that make someone toxic? Or is toxicity more about intent? In my latest post,…
A Little-Known Aspect of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder — Even if You Have It
Discover a little-known aspect of PTSD—how increased complaining can signal heightened symptoms. Learn to recognize the signs, manage overwhelm, and find coping strategies to improve mental well-being.