“But I Meant Well”: Intention, Impact, and the Courage to Remain Accountable

“But I Meant Well”: Intention, Impact, and the Courage to Remain Accountableby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 14/09/2026

Explore the difference between intention and impact—and why trauma-informed care requires curiosity, accountability, and meaningful repair.

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“But I Meant Well”: Intention, Impact, and the Courage to Remain Accountable

The Quiet Work of Discernment | Living the Wisdom We Already Know

The Quiet Work of Discernment | Living the Wisdom We Already Knowby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 29/06/2026

A reflective essay on discernment, duality, justice, healing, and learning to live the wisdom we already carry within us.

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The Quiet Work of Discernment | Living the Wisdom We Already Know

You Can’t Prevent Trauma in the NICU—But You Can Change How It’s Experienced

You Can’t Prevent Trauma in the NICU—But You Can Change How It’s Experiencedby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 03/05/2026

We can’t prevent all trauma in the NICU—but we can reduce harm and support experience.

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You Can’t Prevent Trauma in the NICU—But You Can Change How It’s Experienced

The Love That Stays: Lessons in Showing Up Through Loss

The Love That Stays: Lessons in Showing Up Through Lossby: Mary CoughlinPublished on: 29/03/2026

A deeply personal reflection on love, loss, and legacy—exploring how we show up for one another in life’s most tender moments, and what it means to love fully, even when we must let go.

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The Love That Stays: Lessons in Showing Up Through Loss

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