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Latest Posts, Negative Core Beliefs, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW Latest Posts, Negative Core Beliefs, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW

How Social Media Algorithms Reinforce Our Schemas and Shape Our Realities

Discover how social media algorithms reinforce our deeply held beliefs, or schemas, by shaping the content we see and fostering harmful cycles of comparison. Learn about the psychological impact of curated feeds, echo chambers, and idealized portrayals of life, and find strategies to regain control of your mental well-being.

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Mens Mental Health, Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW Mens Mental Health, Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW

Understanding the Freeze Response

Learn how the freeze response, a protective reaction to stress and trauma, can keep us feeling stuck, disconnected, and unmotivated. Discover signs that you may be in a chronic freeze state and explore practical steps to gently re-engage with life, reduce anxiety, and regain a sense of control.”

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Mens Mental Health, Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW Mens Mental Health, Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW

Understanding the Flight Response: When Anxiety Takes Over through Avoidance

Discover how the flight response, part of our natural reaction to stress and anxiety, can keep us stuck in chronic patterns of busyness, avoidance, and restlessness. Learn to recognize the hidden signs of being in ‘flight mode,’ understand how it impacts daily life, and explore practical steps to regain calm and balance.

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Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW Latest Posts, Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW

Understanding the Differences Between Trauma-Informed Services Versus Trauma-Informed Therapy

Learn the differences between trauma-informed services and trauma-informed therapy in this comprehensive guide. Understand how trauma can result from both major events and subtle, ongoing experiences, and explore approaches that create safe, supportive environments for healing. Perfect for those new to trauma awareness."

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When You're Growing, But Your Partner Isn’t: Navigating the Loneliness of Self-Development in Relationships

In relationships, personal growth can be a powerful yet isolating journey, especially when you’re healing and evolving but your partner isn’t. This blog post explores the emotional challenges of being committed to self-development in a relationship where your partner is resistant to change. From the loneliness that arises from emotional disconnection to the difficult decision of whether to stay or go, this post offers insights and guidance on how to navigate these tough situations while staying true to your personal healing and growth.

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Understanding Schemas: The Foundation of Our Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors

Discover the 18 core schemas that shape our perceptions and influence our lives. Learn how schema therapy can help you identify and change deep-rooted patterns, leading to healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. Explore the impact of childhood experiences on adult behaviour and the journey toward self-awareness and healing.

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Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW Trauma & CPTSD Stephanie Underwood, RSW

The Familiar Path: How Our Brain's Wiring Influences Our Choices

Explore the intriguing concept of how our brain’s evolutionary wiring influences our decision-making in this insightful blog post. Delve into the psychological reasons behind our preference for familiar paths over unknown, safer options, and learn how our ancestors’ need for connection and survival shaped this tendency. Understand the role of core beliefs and the amygdala in perpetuating familiar choices and discover strategies to challenge and rewire our brain for personal growth.

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