Do you like yourself? Do you love yourself? How are liking and loving yourself different and the same? How are they influenced by your trauma?

What does self-respect mean to you? How has your trauma impacted your self-respect? -Dr. P

Try to find simple joys in life (e.g., pretty flower during your walk). It won’t make up for your trauma, but it sure can help

Do you agree to engage in certain activities or behaviors out of guilt? Is it worth it to you? What do you gain out of

Do you have trauma associated with certain holidays? Why or why not? If so, what can you do to re-create those holidays going forward in

What are the contributing factors to your self-esteem? Is it trauma-related? How do you obtain a healthy self-esteem? Who are you allowing to contribute to

Why is it crucial to find positivity and be productive despite trauma? What does it mean to be positive, if you are suffering? What are

Is worrying about what others (e.g., family, friends, etc.) think of you, trauma-related? Are you seeking approval from others? Why or why not? -Dr. P