Is it any wonder that most people in the US are walking around like a ticking time bomb? A trauma therapist summarizes WHO’s 2023 report on ACEs. Source: Majority of Adults Have Adverse Childhood Experiences
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In this moment, it seems like all of life is about reconciling with ‘the father’, be it father god or your dad… Reconciling with Your Father: A Journey Towards Healing In this ever-evolving journey of life, one theme that resonates deeply with many is the process of reconciling with ‘the father.’ Whether it’s a relationship with father figures in our lives or the concept of a father god, this reconciliation serves as a pivotal point for healing and understanding. - The Quiet After the Storm: Reconciling with a Changed Father
Forgiveness is often sold as a cinematic moment—a tearful embrace, a sudden shedding of the past, and a clear path forward. But when the person you are forgiving is a formerly abusive father who has genuinely changed, the reality is far messier. It isn’t a single event; it’s a grueling, confusing, and deeply personal negotiation between the child you were and the adult you are now. Reconciling with a father who is “no longer that person” presents a unique… Continue Reading → - The List of ACEs Should Be Longer
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- ‘Was My Childhood Really That Bad?’
Explore the factors that shape an individual’s understanding of childhood trauma, including the role of both adverse and positive experiences. Source: ‘Was My Childhood Really That Bad?’ - Unpacking the Epidemic of Parental Estrangement
The epidemic of parental estrangement: The generation who is afraid of their children. Source: Unpacking the Epidemic of Parental Estrangement
Bright, shiny objects! 
As if we didn’t know already, I think this is a great reminder of why the Buddha said ‘be kind. Everyone you meet is fighting a difficult battle that you know nothing about.’…
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