Belonging, Understanding, and the Courage to See Clearly
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 09/02/2026A justice-centered reflection on belonging, loneliness, fear, and how trauma-informed care, curiosity, and dignity help us reconnect and heal.
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Finding Warmth in the Cold: Why We Need Each Other Right Now
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 01/02/2026When the world feels heavy and isolating, shared presence reminds us: we’re not imagining it. This reflection explores belonging, grief, and care.
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The Myth of Normal
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 30/01/2026The myth of “normal” shapes child mental health, education, and culture. A trauma-informed reflection on why it’s time to widen the frame.
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When Democracy Falters, Collective Courage Matters Most
by: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 25/01/2026A trauma-informed essay on human dignity, freedom, and care — naming the emergency and inviting collective courage.
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