Belonging Across Worlds
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 04/05/2025In this second post of the Presence Prelude series, Mary Coughlin explores belonging as a foundational aspect of trauma-informed care, leadership, and civic healing. Rooted in TIDC, Caring Science, and the BUFFER framework, this post offers a deep reflection on presence as an act of restoration.
More Than a Label: Why “Illegal Immigrant” Is Not Only Inaccurate, But Inhumane
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 17/04/2025A bold and soul-stirring reflection on how the term “illegal immigrant” is rooted in racism, scarcity, and propaganda — and how its use signals the erosion of democracy. Mary Coughlin unpacks the truth behind the language, exposes the deeper crisis unfolding in real time, and calls for a collective reimagining grounded in justice, belonging, and love.
From Brutalism to Belonging: Redesigning the World from the NICU Out
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 12/04/2025This powerful blog post explores the hidden trauma embedded in healthcare and societal systems, using the film The Brutalist and a real-life NICU story to highlight the urgent need for redesigning spaces of care, connection, and belonging. Rooted in trauma-informed principles, this piece calls for collective healing and systemic transformation.
Defying Gravity: Lessons from Wicked for Trauma-Informed Care
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 16/03/2025Explore the profound connections between Wicked and Trauma-Informed Developmental Care, uncovering themes of resilience, belonging, and empowerment that transform healing for babies, families, and clinicians.
