“Unlike other forms of psychological disorders, the core issue in trauma is reality.” Bessel A. von der Kolk — Traumatic Stress: The Effects of Overwhelming Experience on Mind, Body and … Continue reading My C-PTSD
Category: Other Thoughts
Where does that highway go to?
“This kitty cat lost her mind Been lookin’ for a star-sent sign that I’ll be alright Look to the skies” —”Rainbows” by Kesha It’s been a year since I started … Continue reading Where does that highway go to?
An Open Letter to My Lawyer: things to know when representing victims of narcissistic abuse
Dear Lawyer, I want you to know that I’m deeply appreciative of the role you’ve played in my liberation. I could not have navigated the convoluted process of divorce without … Continue reading An Open Letter to My Lawyer: things to know when representing victims of narcissistic abuse
17 Self Care Highlights from 2017
“I knew what I wanted; I went in and got it Did all the things that you said that I wouldn’t I told you that I would never be forgotten … Continue reading 17 Self Care Highlights from 2017
The things I Dream About
I can see him standing there, lording himself over his domain. “Messiah,” I spat the word on the black earth. My head twitching in negation, I avert my eyes. Backing … Continue reading The things I Dream About
Unrevealed Man
I have pushed, plied, & pried Your features: Rolling flat your edges With Emotions, explanations, & elements Which were never yours. I have cobbled into existence a chimera: Three dimensional … Continue reading Unrevealed Man
Fish in the Sea
This is likeDrowningin a Sea ofDoubt.There are noDefinifitivetitles to tellDazzledpotential lovers whichDenizensin the suspectDeepare heart eaters. Doyou remember theDescriptionof the lastDobhar-chú?Memory makes nebulas.Damnthat black billow!Duplicitousas always inDraggingthe past forward,Dredgingup memeories … Continue reading Fish in the Sea
Healing from Narcissistic Abuse: a story of seeking health
“The inability to get something out of your head is a signal that shouts, “Don’t forget to deal with this!” As long as you experience fear or pain with a … Continue reading Healing from Narcissistic Abuse: a story of seeking health
Actually, I’m Angry
“I can’t relate to the more innocent voices, the ones who think small problems are problems at all, or who think there’s a reason for my tragedy, or who are … Continue reading Actually, I’m Angry
