Happy New Year Everyone! I made a post a while back about losing 25lbs in 3 months on keto/carnivore diet. It was so great to get down to a better weight and fit in my clothes better. I was on cloud 9, then autumn came. This meant pumpkin spice lattes, cookies, breads, real sugar and… Continue reading Let’s Talk Carbs…My Journey
Category: mental health
Trauma Colored Glasses
Have you ever tried to help a family member or friend recognize they were making questionable decisions but they didn’t understand? You warned them that they were headed down a rough road, but they were comfortable with the world their rose colored glasses presented. We as humans can very often see the world through optimism… Continue reading Trauma Colored Glasses
My Weight Loss Journey
I wanted to share I have lost 25lbs in about 3 months! I have PCOS, which is a hormonal imbalance, and it has caused me to have weight issues. I always felt powerless to it. I felt I had to work out extra hard for barely any results. I know many out there feel stuck… Continue reading My Weight Loss Journey
Surviving Postpartum Depression
After having my child in January 2018, I developed postpartum depression and anxiety. Right after my son was born I was fueled by the adrenaline of giving birth and the excitement of my newborn. However, it did take a few days to feel that attachment to my son which made me feel shameful. It was… Continue reading Surviving Postpartum Depression
God’s Protection
Currently I am sitting out in the rain with my Son. I am under an Elm tree while my son runs amok, enjoying each drop of rain that hits his face. I am mostly protected under our big tree, with minimal drops passing through making contact with my skin. I look up at the gorgeous… Continue reading God’s Protection
How I Process Trauma: Step by Step Guide
(Disclaimer: this blog is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only and shouldn’t be seen as any kind of advice, such as medical, emotional or other types of advice. If you rely on any info on this blog, it’s at your own risk.) I hate that part! This is the process that I use to help… Continue reading How I Process Trauma: Step by Step Guide
Processing Anxiety- Personal Story
This was my journal entry after processing. “I get anxiety when my son is asking me contant questions, whining, screaming, or overwhelming my senses in general. Why? After doing some digging/processing I realized my father bombarded me with questions, screaming, belittling, and anger as a child. My body shuts down like it did as an… Continue reading Processing Anxiety- Personal Story
Trauma Survivors 