Mental Health

Resources for Recovery

I have come to the conclusion that, after decades of strife, there is no one thing that helps childhood trauma survivors. It takes many different coping skills to fight the war in our minds. There isn’t one pill or method, that is a cure-all. It is with multiple coping mechanisms that we live a free and truer life.

The links below are some of the most important ones that have helped me. Art and creativity is at the top of my list. Art comes in many forms. It is not contained in a box called “painting”. It can be cooking, writing, gardening, home decorating, etc. I think that art and creativity help so much because it transports us from the daily grind of living and takes the mind off the mind. There is magic in it that lifts us from our pain and suffering. It is a gift and mimics God as Creator.

We are made to create.

That is my faith speaking, and perhaps not yours, but no matter what you believe I think you will find truth and some help in these resources. I have included several resources below, but one of the best books I’ve read that has helped me tremendously is “The Body Keeps The Score”. A forewarning; it may be difficult to read because it can be triggering. Thankfully the chapters are broken down for you to pick and choose from and loaded with helpful techniques towards the last portion of the book. But if you’re ready please try to read the chapters specifically on childhood trauma, because it was there that I first learned compassion towards myself, and I hope you find some too.

Love,
Kate