CPTSD Blog
Sun, Rain, Cold—Nature Lifts Your Mood Every Time
Yesterday, the sun warmed my back and lifted my mood as I worked by the window. Today, it’s gloomy and damp,…
Full Moon Madness to Manifesting: For the Skeptics
Full Moon Madness to Manifesting: For the Skeptics Ask any emergency service worker “what happens on night duty on a full…
Ditch the Drama: Reclaim Your Mind from Negativity
We all know life in the emergency services isn’t exactly a picnic. We see the worst of the worst, the stuff…
Managing Confusion and Frustration
Understanding and Managing Confusion and Frustration: A Mental Health Perspective for Everyone, Including CPTSD Survivors Confusion and frustration are universal emotions.…
How Added Sugar Fuels Stress, Anxiety, PTSD, CPTSD
How Added Sugar Impacts Stress, Anxiety, PTSD, and Complex PTSD The modern diet has changed drastically over the years, shifting from…
From Conformity to Thriving with Complex PTSD
When you serve as a police officer, the role demands conformity. The uniform isn’t just fabric; it’s a symbol of order,…
Turn Stress to Strength: Plan a Positive Year End
As we approach the end of the year, it’s a natural time to pause and reflect. November is often a time…
How Gut Health and Sunlight Aid Trauma Recovery
How Nourishing Your Gut and Embracing Sunlight Can Heal Trauma When it comes to trauma recovery, especially for those suffering from…
How Menopause, PTSD & Complex-PTSD Interconnect
The menopause is a significant phase in a woman’s life, often accompanied by physical and emotional challenges. For those already suffering…
Fight CPTSD: The Power of Exercise and Good Eating
The Power of Movement: How Supporting Your Lymphatic System Helps Manage CPTSD and Boosts Overall Wellbeing When it comes to understanding…
The Hidden PTSD Crisis in Emergency Services
In recent years, the conversation surrounding mental health has evolved significantly, yet certain professions still struggle to adequately address the psychological…
How PTSD Silences Soldiers: The Power of Talking
Old World War soldiers rarely spoke about the wars they fought, at least not the parts that left them forever changed.…