Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and Healing

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and HealingBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 22/03/2025

"Snow White" isn’t just a fairy tale—it’s a mirror reflecting our democracy’s struggle against authoritarianism. In this bold take, the Evil Queen embodies the lure of power, while Snow White represents the resilience of democracy itself. Will we wake up in time? Read more on how trauma-informed leadership and collective action can change the story.

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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and Healing

No Other Land, No Other Choice: A Trauma-Informed Reckoning with Occupation

No Other Land, No Other Choice: A Trauma-Informed Reckoning with OccupationBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 03/03/2025

A bold exploration of No Other Land through the lens of trauma-informed care, challenging the normalization of suffering and calling for advocacy beyond silos. This powerful piece connects the philosophy of trauma-informed care to global injustices, urging us to resist, bear witness, and demand systemic change.

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No Other Land, No Other Choice: A Trauma-Informed Reckoning with Occupation

Toward a Trauma-Informed Approach to News & Information: Healing the Way We Communicate

Toward a Trauma-Informed Approach to News & Information: Healing the Way We CommunicateBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 09/02/2025

In an era of 24/7 news and social media, are we truly informed—or just overwhelmed? This post explores how trauma-informed principles can transform the way we consume, share, and engage with information, breaking the cycle of fear-driven media and fostering critical thinking, emotional regulation, and empowered discourse.

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Toward a Trauma-Informed Approach to News & Information: Healing the Way We Communicate

Fierce Compassion in Action: Advocating for Babies, Families, and Ourselves

Fierce Compassion in Action: Advocating for Babies, Families, and OurselvesBy: Mary Coughlin Published on: 19/01/2025

Discover how Kristen Neff's concept of Fierce Compassion aligns with Trauma-Informed Developmental Care (TIDC). This thought-provoking post explores the balance of tender and fierce compassion in neonatal care, offering practical applications, reflective prompts, and inspiring case studies for clinicians advocating for babies, families, and themselves.

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Fierce Compassion in Action: Advocating for Babies, Families, and Ourselves

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