In my last blog I commented on the concept of resilience and some of the issues about it based on my own observations that were beautifully validated in What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing by Dr. Bruce Perry and Opera Winfrey. I shared how Dr. Perry explained what is behind this […]
The Environment Around Trauma
I was questioned recently about the idea that if all the staff in an organization were trauma-informed and knowledgeable, would that change the organizational culture? I quickly answered, “not if the staff is not safe!” Time and time again I have spoken with professionals who have worked with trauma-impacted individuals. In our discussions they have […]
Reflections on the “Wisdom of Trauma”
I have been deeply moved by a documentary entitled The Wisdom of Trauma by world-renowned author and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté that was briefly available for free online. In it he offered viewers opportunities to appreciate the depth of pain, loss and desperation that are hallmark symptoms of trauma. His compassion was especially moving towards […]
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