Losing a parent as a child is always traumatic. And its impact is long-term. Two short sentences but they say a lot, especially for those of us who have become bereaved by a parental death before the age of 18. I first became aware of the unique difficulties motherhood would present to me when at […]
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Trauma: An invisible Epidemic with Paul Conti, MD
What happens inside of us as a result of trauma changes us. When trauma hits, it affects all aspects of our life: our brain biology, emotions, memory, physical health, But above all-it alters our sense of self. It creates a permanent divide in our personal history-forever dividing it into two segments of Before and After. […]
Childhood Emotional Neglect
About my guest Jonice Webb, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist, speaker, blogger, and best-selling author of two books. Recognized worldwide as the pioneer of Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN), she created the first and only online Childhood Emotional Neglect Recovery program. Jonice has been interviewed about CEN on CBS Boston Evening News, NECN Morning News, and […]
What is Codependency? Signs, Symptoms and Recovery
Do you have a hard time saying to “NO” to people? Do you often sacrifice your own needs to accommodate other people? Do you have a hard time setting firm boundaries? Are you unhappy but unable to leave? Does your marriage or relationship take up your thoughts and energy? Are you the one that is […]
Discovering Wholeness and Healing After Trauma
“Trauma is a part of life, not apart from life.” At some point in life we will ALL experience some sort of trauma. We CAN start again, and move through trauma. Discover bigger meaning and purpose. In healing your own trauma and gaining perspective you can bring compassion and empathy to others better. Let go of […]
How Your Childhood Experiences Shape You
Some early childhood experiences shape adult life, but which ones and how? Our earliest experiences may stick with us for years and continue to influence us well into adulthood, our mental and emotional well-being, relationships and even physical health. Today’s guest is Karen Lock Kolp who talks about how being sexually assaulted at age 7 […]