trauma

At its core, trauma can be thought of as the psychological wounds that persist, even when the physical ones are long gone.

Born At 28. Content Warning.
Never in my life had I imagined a day where I could wake up, stretching my arms to the sky as the goose bumps danced along my skin....without that feeling. That deep rooted anguish that floods in after that painfully short second of nothingness. That second when you wake up and for a moment you are unaware of the pain. A second of mercy before reality sets in, overpowered by that pit in your stomach and that growing hole in your chest.
By The Darkest Sunrise10 months ago in Psyche
"I Don’t Want to Die. I Just Don’t Want to Keep Waking Up Like This."
It’s not death I’m chasing. It’s silence. A break. A pause in the unbearable hum of existence that starts the second I open my eyes. It’s not that I hate life. It’s that I’m exhausted from surviving it. I wake up already tired, like I’ve lived a full day in my dreams — a nightmare marathon I don’t remember running. My body wakes up before I do, and by the time my mind catches up, I already wish it hadn’t.
By Noman Khan 10 months ago in Psyche
The Good and Bad Days of Living with Complex PTSD
The Good and Bad Days of Living with Complex PTSD. My name is Elizabeth, and I am a survivor of CSA and trauma. I have come a long way in my healing journey, but I want to share with you that I still have bad days in the middle of the good ones. It is part of the healing process to feel a myriad of complex emotions. Even though it may not feel like you are making any progress, you are!
By Elizabeth Woods10 months ago in Psyche
How Much Does Trauma Therapy Cost? A Complete Guide for 2025
Introduction Deciding to seek trauma therapy often involves balancing emotional readiness with financial considerations. Understanding how costs are determined and what factors influence affordability can empower individuals to pursue care without undue stress. This guide provides a clear overview of considerations around the cost of trauma therapy in 2025, with attention to local contexts (such as trauma therapy in South Jordan, Utah), insurance nuances, online options, and practical strategies for managing expenses. The aim is to offer human-centered insights rather than rigid figures, helping readers navigate their path to healing.
By Muna Grace10 months ago in Psyche
The Silence in Room 204
Marla Thorne had worked night shifts at the Dorian Crest Hotel for nearly three years. The graveyard hours were quiet, mostly uneventful, and perfect for someone who preferred the company of still walls over people. She manned the front desk with her usual thermos of coffee, crossword puzzles, and the flickering hum of the lobby’s antique chandelier.
By M.SUDAIS 10 months ago in Psyche
Digital Possession: How I Knew My Devices Were No Longer My Own. AI-Generated.
By Lydia Sage 🪞 You Don't Expect to Be Gaslit by Your Own Technology I never expected to become afraid of my own devices.
By Lydia Sage10 months ago in Psyche
Breaking Free: My Journey Beyond Chronic Illness
Years of chronic illness were my constant companion. Beyond just diagnosis, chronic illness became more of a shadow that followed me around; whispering limitations, doubts and despair. Instead of just giving up jobs or plans; I had to give up who I once was as well. Today however, wellness is no longer just a dream but an established reality in my life.
By Robert Brown10 months ago in Psyche
The Psychology Behind Ghosting—and Why It Haunts Us
It starts with silence. Not the kind that comes after a long day or the quiet that settles between people who are comfortable with each other. This is different. This silence feels like a missing person case you weren’t prepared to file. One day, they’re texting you goodnight, and the next, your messages go unanswered like they were swallowed whole by something nameless and cold.
By Noman Khan 10 months ago in Psyche
Psychology of Fight or Flight. Content Warning.
I was getting ready to record a paranormal podcast. Upon speaking with my spirit friends, I found this and decided to re-write and edit this prose story. We spoke about the bullies in DC and everywhere. We agreed this should be re-written, created, and published. 2025, a year of bullies, hate, greed, craziness, destruction, and genocide. Other than that, I am eating lollipops and singing in the rain in Southern California.
By Vicki Lawana Trusselli 10 months ago in Psyche
The Last Dreamcatcher
In a dim-lit room cluttered with dream journals and incense, Dr. Kael Mora prepared his mind for another descent into someone else’s hell.
By Syed Kashif 10 months ago in Psyche
Focus Isn't About Trying Harder: It's About Friction
In the age of constant notifications, open tabs, background noise, and infinite scrolling, we've come to believe that focus is a matter of willpower. If we just tried a little harder, eliminated laziness, and summoned more discipline, we could finally sit down and get things done. But what if this assumption is wrong?
By Nikesh Lagun10 months ago in Psyche
Why We Fall in Love Faster When in Danger (Like in Movies)
You're Hanging From a Cliff — And Suddenly, You're in Love? Your heart’s pounding like a drum in your chest. Your hands are slick with sweat.
By Noman Khan 10 months ago in Psyche