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When EVIL Wins?

There's a moment that comes to every abuse survivor—a moment when you look at your abuser living their best life while you're still picking up the pieces. They're thriving. Posting happy photos. Receiving praise. Maybe even playing the victim themselves.

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What You don't Know...

When most people think about trauma and its effects, they typically envision post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with its characteristic symptoms of flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance. While PTSD is indeed a significant consequence of trauma, the full picture of trauma's impact on human health extends far beyond what many people realize. There exists a constellation of lesser-known conditions—both psychological and physical—that are deeply connected to traumatic experiences but rarely receive the attention or recognition they deserve.

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The Weight of the Backpack

We conducted a support group aimed at those who suffer from PTSD. We wanted to share with you the results and praise we have received from this therapeutic endeavor.

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The Power of Journaling

When we're walking through difficult seasons of life, healing can feel like an overwhelming mountain to climb. Whether we're processing trauma, navigating grief, managing mental health challenges, or simply trying to make sense of life's complexities, the path forward isn't always clear. But there's a simple, accessible tool that has been quietly helping people heal for centuries: journaling.

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Blue Skies - smiling at me

The original "Blue Skies" song, written by Irving Berlin in 1926, is a celebration of optimism, happiness, and hope, despite difficult past times. The "blue skies" represent a brighter future, with lyrics like "Bluebirds singing a song" symbolizing newfound joy and "blue days, all of them gone" acknowledging the end of hardship. The song's meaning is further enhanced by its musical structure, where the hopeful lyrics are contrasted by a descending minor key melody, adding a touch of irony and depth. 

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