Breaking the Fear Chain in Healthcare

Breaking the Fear Chain in Healthcare

When I faced a second surgery for my terrible triad injury, my surgeon detailed every risk, his words laced with caution. It wasn’t him speaking—it was the system, safeguarding itself against lawsuits. I paused and asked: “As a human to another human, would you do...
Walking the Fine Line

Walking the Fine Line

Healing from trauma often unveils truths that are both liberating and deeply unsettling. As you awaken, you may start to recognize narcissistic tendencies even in those you love. This realization is not about judgment but about awareness—a tool for survival....
Deciding to be kind is a super power

Deciding to be kind is a super power

It’s easy to get self absorbed especially when we are in a time of where more people are frequently using the word “self” in their daily verbiage. If you pause, and imagine life as the person next to you, neighbor, colleague, or anyone else who has less of an...
“Act Your Age”—An Irrelevant Concept

“Act Your Age”—An Irrelevant Concept

The phrase “act your age” feels outdated to me. Having gone through my own journey, I’ve realized that age is just a number tied to our physical body. Our souls, however, are ageless. I can be playful, a kid at heart, but I also understand how trauma can leave parts...