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Life is this big adventure that keeps changing. Sometimes, it brings incredible moments, like good times with friends or exciting surprises. But other times, it throws tough stuff at us, like when things don't go as planned or when we face challenges...

Life is like a storybook, filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. Sometimes, it might feel like things are happening to us, and we're just along for the ride. But what if I told you that you have the power to shape your own story? This blog post...

It's a crisp 45-degree weekend in early November, the sun is shining through the few multicolored leaves that are still hanging on the trees, and pumpkins decorate your neighbors' porches. Normally you'd feel the collective excitement in the air abou...

It is the worst of circumstances, one that we as midwives and nurses, try our hardest to foresee and prevent. You are discharging a mama and family after walking them through a fetal loss and as you bring them out into the hallway on the way down to ...

Imagine walking through a dense forest with no clear path, guided only by a map you've drawn yourself. Unbeknownst to you, the map is full of inaccuracies, misdirection, and outright fabrications. You continue to trust this map, convincing yourself t...

Have you ever been overwhelmed and at the end of a relationship, wondering if there was any way forward? Have you felt so hopeless and done that you wanted to leave, or even experienced suicidal ideation? You are not alone, and this episode could hel...

We all yearn for meaningful connections, don't we? Perhaps you're in a relationship, and you find yourself craving more, aching for a deeper bond, yet unsure where to begin. Well, here's the secret: before you can embark on that journey to greater co...

In a world where stories serve as the universal language that bridges the gap between experiences and understanding, the Empowering Survivorship Through Community podcast stands as a beacon of empathy and resilience. Hosted by the compassionate and e...

For years I let myself believe that I was completely alone in all the thoughts, feelings, and experiences that arise in domestic violence survivorship. I told myself lies like, "I'm the only one that is this messed up" and I was way too embarrassed t...

I didn't even want to go away with him for our anniversary. As a matter of fact, I seriously considered just going on the trip by myself. We had been fighting so much, and no matter how many times I asked, he refused to honor my requests. Another day...