trauma

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

Living Proof: . Content Warning. AI-Generated.
By Lydia Sage They said it wasn’t viable. They said it would be painful. They said it couldn’t happen. But I’ve been living it—for 14 months. And I’m still here. So are my babies.
By Lydia Sage11 months ago in Psyche
Finally, Something Happened . Content Warning.
This was the first piece I wrote regarding everything, before I could get myself to be open because it's scary. I intentionally chose images with statistics on both men's and women's stalking because it is a problem for everyone, not just women.
By Rene Peters11 months ago in Psyche
Pregnancy Without Permission:. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
By Lydia Sage This is the second article in my ongoing series on institutional betrayal, medical gaslighting, and reclaiming truth as a survivor.
By Lydia Sage11 months ago in Psyche
When Normal Isn’t Truth:. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
By Lydia Sage This is the first in a series of personal essays exploring how institutions—from medicine to law—use systems of control to silence survivors and erase truth.
By Lydia Sage11 months ago in Psyche
The Vicious Cycle To Watch Out For On The Way To Progress
Today I Have Not Been On My Game. Mentally, My Brain has Not Been There. Focus has been a Struggle. Trying to Get Moving on the Projects I have has been Slow.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)11 months ago in Psyche
The Psychology of Self-Sabotage: Why You Hold Yourself Back (and How to Break Free)
Introduction Have you ever felt on the edge of a breakthrough—only to suddenly procrastinate, make excuses, or walk away completely? That’s not laziness. That’s self-sabotage.
By M.SUDAIS 11 months ago in Psyche
Ctrl+Alt+Del: Reset Your Heart
The whir of the CPU fan was the only sound keeping Leo company at 3:17 a.m. He stared at his screen through smudged glasses, the blue light casting ghostly shadows across the walls of his cluttered apartment. Empty coffee mugs. Wires snaking over code-stained notebooks. His hoodie hung from the back of the chair like a flag of surrender.
By Syed Kashif 11 months ago in Psyche
"Beneath the Silence: The Secrets We Carry"
There are stories etched into the silence—stories no one hears, no one sees, but that shape the lives of those who carry them.
By M.SUDAIS 11 months ago in Psyche
Learning to Feel Without Falling Apart
I’ve been told I’m “too emotional” for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I didn’t understand why I felt things so deeply. Emotions would hit me hard, and I didn’t know how to manage or process them.
By Lisa Marie11 months ago in Psyche
Why 90% of People Never Master Themselves — And How You Can Be the Exception
Introduction the concept of self-mastery feels almost mythical. We scroll through highlight reels of others’ lives, seeking inspiration while drowning in procrastination. Yet, deep down, we know: The real battle is within. ‎ ‎Here’s the truth: Most people will never master themselves. Not because they can’t — but because they never truly commit. In this article, we’ll explore why self-mastery eludes so many and how you can be among the few who rise above and take full control of their mind, emotions, and life. ‎ ‎ ‎--
By M.SUDAIS 11 months ago in Psyche
9 Quotes to Calm Overthinking and Spark Positivity
9 Simple Quotes to Stop Overthinking and Feel More Positive We all overthink sometimes — we replay old conversations, worry about the future, or get stuck thinking about problems we can’t fix. This kind of thinking can make us feel tired, anxious, and stuck. But sometimes, a few simple words can help calm our minds and bring us back to a better place.
By Fariha Ferdous Mithila11 months ago in Psyche
Why You Sometimes Cry for No Reason—The Brain-Heart Connection Explained
There are moments when it just hits you. A random wave of sadness. Tears welling up with no warning. No big event. No tragedy. Just emotion, raw and overwhelming, rising out of nowhere. And you wonder, Why am I crying? What’s wrong with me? But what if nothing’s wrong at all? What if your tears are not a mental glitch but a message—from your heart to your brain?
By Noman Khan 11 months ago in Psyche