The Children Are Not Okay: When a Nation Chooses Neglect Over Nurture
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 15/07/2025Why are U.S. children dying at higher rates than their global peers? A trauma-informed look at policy failures, preventable loss, and what we must change.
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: A Tale of Democracy, Power, and Healing
By: 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.
No Other Land, No Other Choice: A Trauma-Informed Reckoning with Occupation
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 03/03/2025A 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.
Toward a Trauma-Informed Approach to News & Information: Healing the Way We Communicate
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 09/02/2025In 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.
