Safety & Nightmares
Establishing safety by calming one’s nervous system by slowing down one’s breathing, helps to address a nightmare, rather than avoid the vulnerable feelings. Addressing the
Establishing safety by calming one’s nervous system by slowing down one’s breathing, helps to address a nightmare, rather than avoid the vulnerable feelings. Addressing the
Per APA trauma division: Multiple contributing factors, such as medical, contribute to impaired sleep. Those exposed to trauma, have higher levels of impaired sleep (1.38x).
Fall season…this natural season is a reminder that it can be a time for change, and to let go of what no longer serves us.
“Mindfulness Coach” app by the VA for everyone to use. The “seated practice” section can be set up from 1 min to 60 min. The
PTSD-related anger could be avoidance of a more vulnerable emotion. -VA PTSD Program
During self-care time or rest time, make sure you are fully engaged in that downtime in order to have the full benefits. -Jay Shetty
Finding even 5 minutes of brain rest for our brain, helps us with problem-solving and stress. How can you find that 5 minutes and what
Replace anxious thoughts of “what if” with “even if.” -Jefferson Fisher podcast (court attorney)
CBT-i Coach is another free, privacy preserved, and effective app created by VA to help with sleep.
“Beyond MST” app is created by the VA for those who suffer from Military Sexual Trauma. This app can also benefit anyone who has been