Communication is key. This is a statement many of us know to be true. It is a key component in sustaining healthy relationships with our loved ones. However, the impact of trauma on communication can be negative when someone experiences a traumatic event.
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Opening up to a stranger can be difficult, especially if it’s about a sensitive subject. While it does get easier over time, it’s important to remember that your therapist is there to support you. They will often ask the opening question and guide you through your session with gentle questions and reminders. That being said, as the weeks pass sometimes it can be hard to find topics to discuss. Instead of ending your therapy sessions, this is a great time to dig a little deeper.
Here are a few way to do just that:
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Our mental health is just as important as our physical health and requires just as much care and attention. Grind culture can sometimes work us to the bone, or those who are passionate about their careers may not realize they need to take a breath until they literally break. Don’t wait for burn-out to set in before you ask for a day off of work. Our brains work just as hard as our bodies and deserve a break as well.










