When we think of grief, we often think of losing a loved one through death. However, there are many other forms of grief that often go unrecognized. Moving to a new place or experiencing a
With the holidays upon us, you may be dreading the idea of having to interact with your difficult family. It’s Kim on the blog this week! I want you to know that you are not
When you go through trauma, it doesn’t just impact you – it can ripple out and affect every part of life, especially your relationships. This can feel overwhelming, whether you’re the person who is navigating
Building relationships can be challenging for anyone, especially as an adult when you’re not in school anymore and there are less opportunities to meet new people. When you’ve experienced significant trauma, forming connections can feel
In today’s fast-paced digital world, where communication is predominantly through text messages, it’s not uncommon to experience a sense of unease or even anxiety when receiving a text. While attention is given to the anxiety
“Emotional baggage”—we all have it. We’ve all had experiences in life which impact how we react to things in the future. But some experiences are traumatic, and the question comes up, “Can trauma lead to
If you tried out our Lifejacket App, or even just saw our social posts about it, you might be wondering about the research that inspired this app and how it works. So it made sense
Hello, it’s Kim here on the Dóchas blog. When a loved one has PTSD, it affects the whole family. Since June is PTSD Awareness Month and June 27 was PTSD Awareness Day, I want to
Hi there! It’s Kim, back on the Dóchas blog. Ever wonder why social media gives us so much anxiety? That’s something I want to explore today. It’s amazing how vast social media really is—for many
Welcome back to the blog! It’s Kim here. Today I want to talk about hygge and how it can help us take care of ourselves and boost our winter mental health. Yes, I know hygge
