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Why "Just Relax" Doesn't Work - And What To Do Instead

Why “Just Relax” Doesn’t Work – And What To Do Instead

Just relax” can feel impossible for trauma survivors. Discover 4 nervous system-based alternatives to find real calm, without forced stillness The Problem With “Just Relax” “Take a deep breath.”“Just chill out.”“Don’t worry so much!” If these well-meaning phrases make you want to scream, you’re not being difficult—you’re being human. True relaxation isn’t about willpower—it’s about rewiring your nervous system’s alarms. For …

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The 7 Silent Signs You’re Carrying Childhood Emotional Wounds (And How to Start Healing)

Introduction Childhood wounds don’t always shout. They whisper through: Here’s how to recognize and gently mend them. Subtle Signs of Unhealed Inner Child Wounds Healing Steps A. Acknowledge the Child Within B. Reparent Yourself C. Use Body Awareness Why This Work Matters As psychologist Carl Jung said, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will …

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When Talking Isn’t Enough: How Creative Therapy Helps Heal What Words Can’t

Introduction We’ve all been there—staring at a therapist’s tissue box, grasping for words to explain the storm inside. But what if healing doesn’t always require talking? For trauma, grief, or those “I don’t even know how I feel” moments, creative therapy offers a backdoor to the heart. Why Creativity in Therapy? A Session Might Include… Client Story (Anonymous) “After my divorce, I …

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