Here is some advice from a professional therapist: Don’t go for therapy if you are not ready to feel your pain. You can’t heal the pains you have refused to feel. Embarking on a journey of therapy can be daunting, but it’s important to acknowledge the challenge upfront. As a professional therapist, I’ve seen individuals …
Our childhood experiences have a profound impact on shaping various aspects of our lives, including our capacity to form and sustain healthy adult relationships. Regrettably, unresolved childhood trauma can have a lingering effect on our emotional well-being, often presenting itself in challenging ways within our relationships. Unresolved childhood trauma encompasses various negative experiences, including neglect, …
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Trauma profoundly affects mental and emotional well-being, leaving lasting imprints on the brain. Key brain regions impacted by trauma include: Amygdala: Hyperactivity in the amygdala leads to heightened emotional reactivity and difficulty regulating emotions effectively. Hippocampus: Trauma can reduce hippocampal volume, causing memory disruptions like fragmented memories and difficulty recalling details of traumatic events. Prefrontal …
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“The impact of childhood #trauma manifested strongly in my life, particularly during my university years. I experienced an overwhelming sense of inadequacy and an incessant need for validation and approval. This desire for acceptance drove me to fulfil the expectations of others, often disregarding my own well-being in the process. Regrettably, I found myself occasionally associating with …
Break ups can be painful to deal with. It’s a time of grieving, confusion and heartache. But there are some strategies that can help make things a little bit easier and help you move on from the breakup: 1. Allow yourself to grieve: It’s important to acknowledge your feelings and allow yourself to feel sad, …
