Nothing But The Truth
“Mommy, Aunt Anna is only a little bit sick, right? She’s not gonna die, right?” Molly stood there, totally unsure of what to say. As mothers, we want to shield our children from the more horrifying realities of the world. We want to keep them innocent and...
Overcoming Performance Anxiety
We all know the feeling of cold, clammy hands and shivers up the spine right before we step out onstage, take a test, or make a speech. Some people find this sensation so difficult to handle that they avoid it as much as possible. They might not try out for a play,...
Psychology Today Articles
- What the #CookieChallenge Is Doing to Post-Traumatic ParentsThe viral #CookieChallenge may seem harmless, but for trauma survivors, it can awaken old fears and future-trip their parenting. Here’s what to watch out for.
- Maybe You're Not a Gentle Parent—Maybe It's a Trauma ResponseMany parents think they’re practicing gentle parenting, but they’re actually avoiding conflict. Is it a parenting choice—or a trauma response? Here's how to tell.
- The 5-Letter Word Every Parent Needs to UseThe magic word only works if you keep your word. If not, it's a lie.
- Maybe It's Not "Mom Rage." Maybe it's a Trauma ResponseIf you're a parent who experienced trauma and now struggles with "mom rage," you’re not broken or bad. Here's how you can start to heal, break the cycle, and parent with more calm.