(a.k.a., why “being left” hits like a freight train when you’ve got trauma on board) Let’s get this out of the way upfront: The Departure Theory isn’t something you’ll find in a psychology textbook. No citations, no DSM entry. But in trauma circles, especially among those of us navigating life with CPTSD, it comes up […]
Jared Davin – Recovery Coach
Meet Jared Jared Davin transformed his own healing journey into a mission: to help others break free from addiction. After finding his way through the challenges of recovery, Jared became a certified recovery coach dedicated to walking alongside others on their own path. He offers more than just support, he brings empathy, lived experience, and […]
Things I Thought Were Normal Until Therapy
I used to think I was just a guy with “quirks.” You know, overly cautious, emotionally avoidant, allergic to rest, suspicious of compliments, and constantly rehearsing conversations in my head like I was preparing for a deposition instead of a lunch date. Totally normal stuff… right? Turns out, no. Not really. Therapy has this sneaky […]
Trying to Heal, But Someone Hit Rewind
Let’s discuss the unexpected emotional kick to the gonads that happens when your past randomly pops up, like one of those meerkats coming up for air out of its burrow, right when you’re starting to feel the tiniest flicker of pride about how far you’ve come. Maybe someone brings it up in conversation, casually or […]
Jason Wood on Healing and Mental Health
Meet Jason Jason Wood turned his battle with orthorexia into a mission to break the stigma surrounding men’s mental health. His memoir, Starving for Survival, shares his recovery journey and has sparked honest conversations around eating disorders and grief. Jason proudly serves on the boards of Running in Silence, Michigan Eating Disorder Alliance, and SoulPaws […]
You Cannot Out Run Pain
Let’s be real honest right now. Yes, sometimes existing hurts. And I’m not talking about some ethical philosophical argument; I mean the physical and emotional hurt that is impossible to explain unless you have been there. If you have CPTSD, you know exactly what I mean. That heavy weight in your chest. The disconnect. The […]