We often express how we are grateful for different things but I don't believe it's a daily task. Gratitude should be expressed daily. Instead we wait until something disrupts our daily routine to open our eyes to the little things. Do you express gratitude towards those around you? Do you look at the sun and feel gratitude for being able to see it? When you listen to music are ... Read More
Overcoming Being Overwhelmed
Do you ever feel like you are barely keeping your head above water? Like you are treading water and can barely take a breath? You aren’t alone! I have been feeling that way a lot lately. I don’t even feel like my head is above water…maybe just my nose so I can take small little breaths. Heck, sometimes I feel like I am drowning because I am so overwhelmed by my long to-do ... Read More
PTSD – I Have It but No Longer Suffer from It
Let me ask you a couple of questions. What do you think Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is? What do you think it feels like to live with PTSD? Do you know someone with PTSD? I ask you these questions because there are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to PTSD. So many people believe that those who suffer with PTSD are rage filled and dangerous. There is a stigma ... Read More
Making Self-Care A Priority
Self-care is a necessity for anyone but when you have anxiety or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) it takes on greater importance. While it's extremely important for me to make self-care a priority, I struggle to do just that. I struggle to find the time to take care of myself because I am a military wife and mom to two daughters 5 years old and younger. For the past two ... Read More
Living With PTSD – Overcoming Daily Struggles
I can tell you the exact moment my life changed forever. I can tell you the exact moment that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) over took my life. The nightmares started that night and the irritability dug in deep to my soul. I would never be the same. It’s been 13 years and I still struggle. It not only affects me but also my kids, my husband, my friends and the rest of my ... Read More
