The nagging question, “What’s wrong with me?” is not merely a fleeting thought but often a deep-seated concern that reflects broader societal misunderstandings about mental wellness. There have been more times than I care to admit in my own life when I have sobbingly asked the universe what is it about me that makes me […]
Tag: Trauma
Little t Trauma Leaves You Struggling With Lingering Pain
In the realm of mental health, trauma is often classified into two categories: Big T trauma and little t trauma. Big T traumas are events that most people would recognize as traumatic. These include life-threatening situations, physical violence, serious car accidents, natural disasters, or violent crimes. A traumatic event like any of those visibly shakes […]
Wired for Resilience: Honoring Who I Am
Written by: Ani Czyczynsky I’ve been asked to tell you who I am. I am someone who does not want to be here in this little box on my cell phone screen championing my own lemonade out of lemons lore. I do so wish that my life had been easier. That I had little to […]
Suzanne Evans: The Power of a Mother’s Grief and Growth
Suzanne Evans reached out to ResilientStories with a heartfelt invitation to share her transformative journey. In 2018, a solemn visit from the police at her farm announced the tragic loss of her son. By embracing positive psychology and well-being, she became a beacon of hope. Now, she educates and inspires through her work as a […]
How to Get Out of Survival Mode & Use Resilience Instead
In today’s world, we can all use some guidance on how to get out of survival mode and start living in “thrival” mode. The feeling of exhaustion, anxiety, and depression is at an unprecedented high and has made it so that most people merely survive day-to-day and never have the energy to strive for something […]
Neglected Bonds: An Ode of Love to The Pets My Mother Killed
I was a little girl, but to be honest, I’m not sure exactly how old I was. The concept of time is complicated for people who have been neglected or experienced trauma and grief since they are not linear. I just remember that I had begged and pleaded with my mother for what felt like […]
A Single Story Narrative Protected The Woman Who Molested Me
Mrs. Smith is a pseudonym. “A woman wouldn’t molest a girl,” the officer scoffed, tossing down his pad and pen. “And Mrs. Smith? She’s married. Has a husband and sons. Why are you making up these accusations?” He believed the single story of who a predator is. I stared at the officer in disbelief. Once […]
Tell Your Story: Impactful Storytelling and Powerful Healing
When you tell your story, you help to heal yourself and the collective heart of the world. Your story is one of the 8 billion stories that exist on earth today, and each story is a thread. All the threads are unknowingly and inextricably linked, woven together into the tapestry that is the human experience. […]
Overcome Echoes of Traumatic Holidays Past: Unwrapping Childhood Memories
In the complex tapestry of childhood memories regarding the holidays, joy and trauma often intertwine. This creates a mosaic of experiences, intrusive memories, and timelines that are a little off. This resilient story delves into the realms of festive joy, familial challenges, and the profound impact of trauma on memory. This personal recollection of Christmases […]
My Healing Journey From a Life Altering Car Accident
Written by Alexis De Santo My entire life has been what you could describe as a healing journey. I had experienced trauma as a child, dealt with substance abuse, and complicated relationships with family. My healing journey and spiritual awakening began in prison. I did my best to continue with my recovery and live a […]