When the State Incentivizes Birth, but Not Care—We Should All Be Alarmed.
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 24/04/2025A trauma-informed, democracy-rooted reflection on the $5,000 birth bonus proposal, reproductive control, and why care must be a right—not a reward.
More Than a Label: Why “Illegal Immigrant” Is Not Only Inaccurate, But Inhumane
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 17/04/2025A bold and soul-stirring reflection on how the term “illegal immigrant” is rooted in racism, scarcity, and propaganda — and how its use signals the erosion of democracy. Mary Coughlin unpacks the truth behind the language, exposes the deeper crisis unfolding in real time, and calls for a collective reimagining grounded in justice, belonging, and love.
From Brutalism to Belonging: Redesigning the World from the NICU Out
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 12/04/2025This powerful blog post explores the hidden trauma embedded in healthcare and societal systems, using the film The Brutalist and a real-life NICU story to highlight the urgent need for redesigning spaces of care, connection, and belonging. Rooted in trauma-informed principles, this piece calls for collective healing and systemic transformation.
When Soul Leads: What a Folk Collaboration Taught Me About Music, Healing, and Why I Do This Work
By: Mary Coughlin Published on: 29/03/2025In this reflective piece, Mary Coughlin explores the intersection of music, healing, and trauma-informed care. Inspired by a folk music collaboration, she reflects on how presence, creativity, and the artist’s heart are essential to caregiving, leadership, and personal transformation.
