Survivor Shift: Episode 1

–Letting Go of Pride with Jody Quick Survivor Shift Episode 1 is about letting go of pride. Jody Quick shares part of his own healing journey after facing personal trauma.

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Survivor Shift: From Surviving to Thriving

I’ve noticed in my volunteer work with others who suffer from PTSD and other effects of severe trauma, that there is a point where the survivor becomes less burdened and more able to find peace in their healing journey. I call this point in healing a Survivor Shift– where there is a change in thought…

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Fighting the Loneliness Epidemic

“We are currently facing a LONELINESS EPIDEMIC. Together, we can do something about it!” Tammy Claughton, founder of The Porch Movement. When I first met Tammy, her passion to help people forge meaningful connections with others intrigued me. Over the last few years, she found others with the same passion and decided to do something…

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Understanding Dissociation

While it is difficult to comprehend, the victim of severe trauma has no control over the dissociation. It is a safety mechanism our brains have developed to preserve us during impossible circumstances. Often, the victim is unaware of the dissociation until they are in a safe space (both physically and emotionally) to deal with the trauma.

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Peace in the Storms

Sometimes life can explode on us, like the hurricane winds ripping through a once peaceful sea. It is difficult to find peace in the storm when pelting rain and blackened skies blind us to the safe port that once guided our journey. However, whatever the traumas we face, the journey is worth continuing.

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Freedom in Sharing

There is freedom in sharing our stories, our burdens, and triumphs along the way. With sharing, newfound strength can help us navigate the future.

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It is NEVER Too Late

Regardless of the pain we are forced to face or the depression or anxiety that threaten to consume our souls, there is joy ahead. Hold on, hope on, and find strength in knowing you are worth it.

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