This is my favorite season and favorite time of year, but after an emotional, rage-filled moment yesterday, I am questioning EVERYTHING in my life. To be fair to myself, I reacted via a triggering comment made to me, and new medication that, without my knowing in advance, causes people to occasionally react in a volatile … Continue reading October
Trauma
Fourth of July Caturday
This year was extremely frightening and traumatizing for my cats. They were terrified in a way I have never seen before and I pray I never see it again. I am outraged by the crap my neighbors pulled. The streets were full of smoke, cars couldn't get through, and it was a major problem waiting … Continue reading Fourth of July Caturday
After A Traumatic Experience…
“After a traumatic experience, the human system of self-preservation seems to go onto permanent alert, as if the danger might return at any moment.” ―Judith Lewis Herman Sadly, this quote speaks to me today. I had to take medication for an insane panic attack that popped up out of nowhere, and I'm trying not to … Continue reading After A Traumatic Experience…
Everything That Matters Takes Time…
“Everything that matters takes time. When you feel discouraged that your healing isn’t going as fast as you would like, take a look at yesterday and how far you have come. You are further than you think.” ―Tracy Malone
No One Forgets…
“No one forgets that they were once captive, even if they are now free.” ―Yaa Gyasi
Healing Comes In Waves…
If it comes at all... 😔 Yeah, I'm having a rough fucking week. I'm writing my thoughts and will be back with a full post ASAP.
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 