What Barbie Teaches Us About Belonging, Becoming, and the Brave Work of Reimagining Ourselves
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 03/08/2025The Barbie movie isn’t just pink and playful—it’s a bold reflection of identity, belonging, and awakening. Through a trauma-informed, Caring Science lens, Barbie’s story shows us the power of reimagining our world with courage, care, and connection.
Ripple Post 4: The Power of a Pause
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 04/07/2025In Ripple Post 4, Mary Coughlin explores the power of a pause as a trauma-informed, relational, and healing practice. Drawing from TIDC, Caring Science, and BUFFER, this reflection includes a free guided audio to support presence in everyday moments.
Equanimity is not Neutrality
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 18/05/2025In this fourth installment of the Presence Prelude series, Mary Coughlin explores equanimity as a trauma-informed practice rooted in TIDC, Caring Science, and the BUFFER framework. She redefines equanimity as clarity in chaos—not neutrality.
Equanimity: The Missing Piece in Trauma-Informed Healthcare
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 13/03/2025Our healthcare system thrives on imbalance—prioritizing disease management over prevention, speed over connection, and profit over well-being. This blog explores why equanimity—a state of systemic balance and stability—is the missing piece in trauma-informed care. Discover how shifting from crisis-driven care to proactive healing can transform healthcare for patients, families, and clinicians alike.
