Hello Everyone, So after nearly seven years of writing in this blog, I've finally opened a FaceBook page for Discussing Dissociation. I know, I know... I'm SOOOOO slow sometimes!! And, there is also a DiscussingDissociation page as well. Not quite sure how I got two separate pages, but there you go. Double the fun! [Update - I think I've fixed that now!] Anyway, all of you are welcome to stop by and either … [Read more...]
Facing Your Fears and Moving Forward
"You can admit to the fear, but don't let it stop you from moving forward." This is another wonderful photo courtesy of Grace Ciszkowski of Celebrating Freedom. Grace is the survivor of a kidnapping and all sorts of trauma. You can read more of her life story and see more of her creative photos at her FaceBook page, CelebratinFreedom https://www.facebook.com/CelebratinFreedom Fear. Fear is a powerful … [Read more...]
Extinguishing Fear by Relaxing the Body
This photo was created by Grace Ciszkowski from Celebrating Freedom. Grace survived the horrors of being kidnapped by a serial rapist / murderer. You can read more about her incredible life journey at her FaceBook page, CelebratinFreedom. A Helpful Reminder While Recovering from Trauma: Extinguish fear by relaxing your body. The brain cannot produce fear while the body is … [Read more...]