The blueprint for resiliency.
In life, adversity is inevitable-whether misfortune materializes in the form of personal challenges or unexpected setbacks, obstacles will appear and it’s up to us to determine if they are insurmountable, or not. But, when we are unable to control the existential crisis or challenge that presents itself, we do, however, have the power to control […]
The different types of trauma, and how it can affect you.
The weight of trauma can linger in the background of life, shaping thoughts and dictate behaviors and responses, impacting relationships and work performance. It’s not always obvious, to ourselves and to others, but the heaviness of a situation can surface in unexpected moments-triggered by a word, a memory, a location, a smell or a glance. […]
Duality of gallows humor.
The recent unprofessional behavior of two law enforcement officers made the headlines, when the officer’s were caught laughing and joking while reviewing a video of a person being struck by a passing motor vehicle. Needless to say, this behavior led to public outcry and calls for the termination of the officers involved. The ensuing conversations […]