ANIMAL: A Case Study in Neglect Trauma
I recently watched the film Animal, and I don’t think I’ve ever cringed this much in the space of a few hours. It was the […]
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Twin release: The Soul of Feminism and Trauma Healing Journal
I was slowing down, or so it seemed, after my eventful trip to South Africa to facilitate a 3-day gathering for some badass feminists from […]
Continue reading »5 Ways People Pleasing is Toxic
I’ve had ample opportunities to observe people pleasing recently – behaviors like not being able to say no, and becoming resentful when you become depleted. […]
Continue reading »3 Ways Older Women Embody Patriarchy
I’ve been pondering this topic for some time. It’s a difficult one because I’ve been on the receiving end of these tactics from older women. […]
Continue reading »4 Thoughts on Trauma and Stigma
I do a lot of work online through social media on trauma awareness. I do it because, as a trauma survivor, and more specifically as […]
Continue reading »7 Reflections on the Damaging Characteristics of Narcissists
A client recently sent me a link to one of Caroline Myss’ archetype videos on YouTube. It was about narcissism, and it got me reflecting […]
Continue reading »9 Reasons We are More Alike than Different
As I reflect on a few recent activities, including reading a book about human civilization and watching a show about festivals, I am inspired to […]
Continue reading »3 Reasons Your Friend Uses you like a Search Engine
I’ve been observing this phenomenon for a few years. A friend or relative calls up and asks a simple question that could be answered by […]
Continue reading »2 Gaps in Gender Work: Pacific Update 2023
I attended the Pacific Update at the Laucala Campus, University of the South Pacific this week. It was eye-opening, with dynamic speakers and interesting topics. […]
Continue reading »5 Tips about People Who Believe in Conspiracy Theories
I’ve been back to traveling this year. It feels like parts of me are still scattered in the countries I’ve visited so far, pondering my […]
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