Trauma Survivors Blog

When you’re healing from trauma, it’s easy to think that being triggered means you’ve failed. Maybe you believed that if you were “really better,” certain things wouldn’t get to you anymore. But here’s the truth: triggers aren’t failures. They’re signals.

“I’m too much.” If you’ve ever had this thought, you’re not alone. This post explores why the “too much” spiral happens and how to climb out without shaming yourself for being human.

Needing comfort isn’t a flaw. It’s human. Your brain and body are wired to seek safety, connection, and support. Here’s why wanting comfort is normal, and why it doesn’t make you weak.

Ever thought, ‘My partner deserves better than me’? You’re not alone. Here’s how to handle those spirals with self-compassion, reality checks, and respect for your partner’s choice to love you.

Have you ever felt like your pain doesn’t “count”? Like no matter how much you’re hurting, there’s a voice in your head saying, “Other people had it worse. You’re just being dramatic”? Many survivors struggle with this quiet, constant doubt. This is often called trauma imposter syndrome.