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Why is it so hard for me to feel...anything?
Feeling disconnected from your emotions? Learn why this happens, how your nervous system responds to trauma, and discover gentle, practical steps to start feeling again.
Aug 69 min read


Why Do I Get Overwhelmed by "Normal" Stress?
Feeling overwhelmed by "normal" stress? Discover why your nervous system reacts this way and how trauma impacts your capacity. Read now for compassionate insights — plus explore free resources, online classes, and gentle support at The Holistic Trauma Coach™.
Jul 308 min read


Why does my stomach always hurt? The unspoken connection between trauma and digestion
Discover why trauma and chronic stress may be at the root of your digestive issues. Learn how nervous system healing helps restore gut function — gently and compassionately.
Jul 217 min read


Why the hell is relaxation so damn hard for me?
Struggling to relax even when you have the time? Discover why relaxation feels so hard for trauma survivors and learn gentle, body-based steps to finally feel safe at rest. Read now to understand your nervous system’s response and how to heal.
Jul 149 min read


Why You Panic When Someone’s Even Slightly Mad at You
Why do you spiral when someone seems even a little mad at you? This blog explores the nervous system’s response to social threat, how panic can show up in subtle ways, and why your reaction isn’t over-the-top—it’s protective. If you’ve ever reread a text 10 times or written an apology no one asked for, this is for you.
Jul 75 min read


Are You Mad At Me? Working With Hypervigilance In Relationships.
Let's talk about how we stay on edge in our relationships and why these unsettling patterns continue to show up.
Jan 103 min read


I Never Feel Settled, Hypervigilance Explained
Let's dive into hypervigilance – that constant feeling of being on edge, always anticipating danger, even when it's not there.
Dec 23, 20243 min read


Are You Keeping Yourself Too Busy To Feel?
Sometimes we busy ourselves to avoid feeling. See if you can relate and why it happens.
Nov 28, 20244 min read


How Hustle-Culture Is Preventing Healing
We can't be chronic hustlers and heal. Learn how hustle-culture is preventing your healing.
Nov 25, 20244 min read


Why You Should Never Skip Integration (Savasana)
If you skip integration (or savasana) you're missing out on half the healing.
Nov 18, 20243 min read


Breathwork For Trauma Doesn't Need To Be Intense To Be Effective
Trauma-releasing breathwork should be less intense than you may have thought.
Nov 11, 20244 min read


Why Slowing Down Is Healing For Trauma
Slowing down can be your most powerful tool when it comes to healing trauma.
Nov 4, 20243 min read
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