The Role of Boundaries in Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
If you’ve survived narcissistic abuse, the word “boundaries” might feel complicated. Perhaps you were punished every time you tried to set one. Maybe you were told your boundaries were “controlling,” “selfish,” or “too...The Window of Tolerance: Nervous System Regulation for Trauma
If you’ve ever wondered why some days you can handle stress with ease and other days the smallest thing sets you off, the answer may lie in your window of tolerance. The window of tolerance is a concept from trauma psychology that describes your nervous...Reconnecting with Your Body After Trauma: A Somatic Guide
For many trauma survivors, the body doesn’t feel like a safe place to live. Instead of being a source of grounding and vitality, it can feel foreign, numb, or overwhelming. You might notice yourself disconnecting from sensations, struggling with chronic tension,...How Your Nervous System Holds Trauma: A Somatic Approach to Healing
Trauma doesn’t just live in your memories—it lives in your body. You may feel it in a racing heart, a frozen sense of numbness, or a tightness in your chest that appears out of nowhere. Even when the event is long past, your nervous system can continue to react...