Tag Archives: support system

Trauma

Posted on February 22, 2022 by msw blog

Think about it this way: We all carry an invisible backpack filled with trauma. The size of our backpacks differs from person to person. When trauma is retriggered, our backpack grows heavier and arouses the preexisting trauma. However, by recognizing … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged bad experiences, copying skills, emotional development, Emotional Resilience, emotions, faith, fight or- flight, mental health, reactions, Recovery, relationships, respect, strength, strengths, support system, therapist, therapy, trauma, triggers | 2 Comments

A Multiplied Love

Posted on February 6, 2022 by msw blog

When a woman in Karen’s church was diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease), things looked bad. This cruel disease affects nerves and muscles, eventually leading to paralysis. The family’s insurance won’t cover home care, and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, care givers, caregivers, community, compassion, Energy, friendship, health and wellness, Home Care, Insurances, kindness, Lou Gehrig’s disease, love, Nurse, paralysis, support system | 5 Comments

Trauma

Posted on January 22, 2022 by msw blog

Where are you on your Trauma-Informed Journey?

Posted in Moment of Truth... | Tagged community, determination, emotional development, Emotional Resilience, faith, fight or- flight, follow through, goals, hope, journey, mental health and wellness, Recovery, respect, strengths, support system, therapy, trauma | Leave a comment

About Her Cancer Diagnosis?

Posted on January 6, 2022 by msw blog

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The problem: She hasn’t told me. (I overheard her husband talking about it: Her illness was discovered during routine medical tests. She was having a hard time getting pregnant — … Continue reading →

Posted in Reading | Tagged awkward situation, cancer, communication, compassion, conversation, diagnosis, friendship, honesty, perspective, privacy, secret, support system, tough conversations, understanding, What would you do ? | 2 Comments

Resources

Posted on January 3, 2022 by msw blog

Examine how your resources are allocated. I’m not referring to just financial resources. Your time and energy are resources. Who do you choose to spend time with? Who do you recommend for jobs and internships? Who do you invite to … Continue reading →

Posted in Networking | Tagged community, conversations, financial resources, Karen Thomas-Brown, mentor, Networking, opportunity, priorities, professional settings, Recommendation, resources, social resources, support system, time managment | 3 Comments

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A Multiplied Love

Trauma

About Her Cancer Diagnosis?

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