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When the World Feels Like Too Much: Collective Trauma, the Nervous System, and Staying Human

For anyone feeling overwhelmed, unsettled, or quietly on edge right now, this post is for you. A reflection on current world events, and the need for language, context, and permission to rest without disconnecting from reality.

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God, Power, and Gaslighting: When Christian Nationalism Becomes Spiritual Abuse

When faith gets used to excuse control, harm, or injustice, it’s not just politics; it’s spiritual abuse. This blog takes a look at recent events in Congress through the lens of Christian nationalism and religious trauma, and why it might feel familiar if you’ve left a high-control religious group.

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When Systems Mirror the Church: How Public Leadership Can Trigger Spiritual Trauma

When public leaders mirror high-control religious systems, survivors of spiritual abuse may feel triggered or unsafe. Learn how trauma responses arise, and how working with a therapist can support healing and agency.