Many people turn to inanimate objects in the post-trauma state. The compulsive procurement of things, oftentimes meaningless and valueless, becomes an uncontrollable obsession that is used as an unhealthy coping mechanism.
Substance Use & Addictions in the Aftermath of Trauma
Sometimes knowing that we’ve been forever changed, assumingly for the worse, is enough to make us feel so discontented we want to turn off our emotions altogether.
Lost Control: Anxiety & Mood Swings
Mood disorders and anxiety are common manifestations of post-traumatic stress disorder.
A Closer Look at the Aftermath of Trauma
It is important to acknowledge when we are self-sabotaging our own recovery. Only by accepting that we are responsible for our own healing journey, can we truly embrace the decision to change our lives.
Establish & Reference Your Healing Takeaways
Healing from trauma is not a one and done process. It is a lifelong journey and it is important to remember to continue referencing the tools you’re building within yourself over and over again. Like learning a new language or a technical program, if you don’t use the knowledge gained, you lose it. As you […]
Self-reflection for Mind-Body Healing
It can be difficult to recognize when you’re engaging in unhealthy patterns of behavior unless you take the time to acknowledge your own instinctual response to trauma. However, ensuring you stop engaging in any unhealthy behavioral patterns is an important and internal part of the healing process. Frequent self-reflection will help you understand that a […]