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Walking into a therapy session with nothing on your mind feels a bit like showing up to a party without a gift—it’s awkward, and you’re left wondering if you should’ve prepared better. But here’s a little secret: silence doesn’t mean failure. In fact, it’s often…

There’s a certain wisdom in this quote: “If you get on the wrong train, be sure to get off at the first stop. The longer you stay on, the more expensive the return trip is going to cost you.  (NOTE: This is not about trains).”…

Trauma responses often make sense when we understand their origins. Several years ago, during the ice storm in Fort Worth, my pipes froze solid. It took over ten days for the ice to thaw and for multiple pipes to be repaired. During that time, I…