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The Power of Gentle

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:April 2, 2013
  • Post category:Healing Tools

We instinctively approach a frightened animal with slow, gentle movements and a soft voice. Traumatized humans need the same gentle approach.

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Reasons to Stay

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:March 2, 2013
  • Post category:Relating

If you know someone in an abusive situation, express your trust in their essential strength and capacity to find their way.

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Loving Anger

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:February 2, 2013
  • Post category:Relating

Listen inside, explore options, and take self-protective action with empathy for others.

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Navigate Change: Mind the Gap

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:January 2, 2013
  • Post category:Healing Tools

When we move mindfully through small and large gaps, we create space in our lives for healing.

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Heritage of Resilience

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:December 2, 2012
  • Post category:Self-Trust

Resilience repeats across generations as survivors teach their strengths through stories and behavior.

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Surrender Without Shame

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:November 2, 2012
  • Post category:Hard Times, Abuse

Your painfully remembered surrender was a successful strategy to survive into this present moment.

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How to Irritate Your Nervous System

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:October 2, 2012
  • Post category:Body

Seeking irritation might be easier and more informative than seeking calm.

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Discover Your Core Commitments

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:September 2, 2012
  • Post category:Self-Trust

What do you reach toward no matter how many obstacles stand in your way?

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Stuck in a Labyrinth

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:August 2, 2012
  • Post category:Hard Times, Abuse

Sometimes there is no direct path to a goal, and turning away can help you move forward in unexpected ways.

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Change the Rules, Inhabit Your Pelvis

  • Post author:sonia
  • Post published:July 2, 2012
  • Post category:Body

Bring awareness to the bony structure of your pelvis.

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