Navigating life with a neurodivergent mind can feel like wandering through a maze with hidden walls. As Jenara Nerenberg says in “Divergent Mind,” we’re constantly battling for understanding and acceptance in a world that doesn’t quite seem built for us. Self-psychology, at its core, is about understanding our inner selves and how our social needs shape our development. So, let’s think about self-psychology as a …

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Have you ever wondered how mountains are formed? Or why earthquakes happen? The answer lies in the movement of tectonic plates, the giant pieces of Earth’s crust that float on the mantle. Tectonic plates are constantly shifting and colliding with each other, creating friction and pressure that result in geological changes. Sometimes these changes are …

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Play is a vital component of healthy development, not only in childhood but throughout our lives. Renowned British psychoanalyst D.W. Winnicott recognized the importance of play in fostering emotional growth and cultivating healthy relationships. In this blog, we’ll explore how two classic playground games—double dutch jump rope and tug of war—can provide insights into healthy and unhealthy …

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  Mindscapes is a group where individuals with different neurological patterns (aka neurodivergent / neuroqueer / neurospicy) can come together in a supportive and non-judgmental environment online to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Mindscapes is a group that provides a brave and inclusive space for creating new connections and experiences. Just as a landscape …

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Complex trauma, also known as developmental or interpersonal trauma, can have devastating effects on a person’s mental, emotional, and physical health. It often stems from repeated traumatic experiences in childhood or early adulthood. Complex trauma can leave individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, and other physical and mental health issues. Understanding the liberation health framework …

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The self-help industry in the USA perpetuates the notion that understanding our pain better leads to recovery. In many cases, I have read self-help books that left me feeling even more “disordered” than I thought I was at the outset. In my experience, the most helpful books were the ones that have given me context …

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For most of us who have experienced complex trauma, the holiday season feels like walking on a tightrope. We are always one tiny wobble from falling into an abyss of pain, and that annihilation anxiety can take over our lives. This cycle of fear and avoidance can quickly become intolerable, and when that happens, we …

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Folks with complex PTSD from chronic childhood trauma and those with PTSD due to traumatic events, such as a school shooting, have triggers. A trigger is anything that reminds them of a previous traumatic event. It causes a strong reaction, making them feel as if they were reliving the event all over again. Triggers are ubiquitous …

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Perhaps you are someone who has experienced complex trauma – chronic inescapable circumstances where you felt unseen or misunderstood. If that resonates with you, you might have trouble finding yourself or knowing who you are. You are probably an expert at identifying what you’re not through the eyes of others. In this article, I’ll use …

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Contrary to popular belief, intensive trauma therapy doesn’t have to mean digging deeper into the most painful parts of your life. Perhaps you’ve spent years in therapy exploring your problems only to feel like a hamster on a treadmill – working hard and getting nowhere. Traditional therapy often begins with an assumption that a problem …

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