Trauma

Whether navigating the aftermath of childhood abuse, violence, or other life-altering experiences, these personal stories reflect the courage it takes to confront pain, seek support, and move toward recovery.

It’s okay not to forgive people. Unfortunately, our culture often pressures people to forgive instantly, regardless of the harm done…
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January 10, 2025 | Danielle Dahl | πŸ‘ 793 Views
Lisa Jo Barr’s recovery story is a tapestry woven with pain, resilience, and the transformative power of faith. In her…
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November 16, 2024 | Guest Contributor | πŸ‘ 1013 Views
Written by: Ron Blake (TRIGGER WARNING) For many male rape victims, speaking out is a journey fraught with fear, societal…
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I started out as a bewildered traveler when I embarked on my journey of healing from childhood trauma in August…
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August 2, 2024 | Dr. Donna Bulatowicz | πŸ‘ 1029 Views
Some childhood dreams reside within us until we realize them, while others fade away as life happens. I was quite…
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July 19, 2024 | Prudence Lybeck | πŸ‘ 875 Views
(TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual Assault) Experiencing a shame spiral after being raped in my mid-30s was a harrowing ordeal. The perpetrator…
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June 14, 2024 | Guest Contributor | πŸ‘ 1316 Views
Written by: Kelsey Elizabeth Matthews Looking back on the events and experiences of my childhood, it is easy to see…
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Trigger Warning: This story references childhood sexual assault. When someone with more social capital and other power than me caused…
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May 15, 2024 | Guest Contributor | πŸ‘ 1057 Views
Written By: Kristin Oesterle When you grow up experiencing complex childhood trauma, the word resilient becomes a word you hear…
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