Performance, Presence, and What We May Be Missing
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 27/09/2026What if humane care requires more than competence? Exploring relational capacity, presence, power, stewardship, and the wisdom of diverse ways of knowing.
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You Can’t Prevent Trauma in the NICU—But You Can Change How It’s Experienced
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 03/05/2026We can’t prevent all trauma in the NICU—but we can reduce harm and support experience.
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The Cost of Searching for a Future: Why Presence Matters in Trauma-Informed Care
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 08/03/2026What happens when healthcare systems push us to chase the future instead of noticing the present? From Ireland’s Attuned in Practice gathering, Mary Coughlin reflects on presence, Jean Watson’s caring moment, and how small acts of awareness shape the future of care.
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A Prescription for Peace: A Trauma-Informed Framework for Ending Global Conflict
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 28/02/2026What if the world needed trauma-informed care? A reflective framework for peace rooted in justice, dignity, and regulated leadership.
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