Security is one of the key aspects of our lives that is impacted by childhood trauma and I talk about how the desire for security plays a role in my own life and relationships and why that can be toxic. Recommend a movie I saw, it's a feel good movie too, Top Gun: Maverick.

Is negative childhood attention impacting you as an adult? I give my own thoughts on my own solution to seeking attention in negative ways, in your adult life. Important to learn to enjoy the simple things in life. Thankful for the show Kung Fu, when I was younger and struggling.

Ambiguity leading to feeling disingenuous . How I think this can stem from fear of conflict related to childhood trauma. I also mention a show I'm binge watching before the season premiere this Friday, and the show has a character with PTSD.

Getting out of your environment and trying something new may bring a smile to your face. Don't let your Ego spoil new experiences for you. I share some Bossa Nova music that brings a smile to my face and a song a friend shared with me this evening, "Put your dreams away" by Barry Manilow (was a Frank Sinatra song).

Be cautious when making changes in your diet. I recently struggled with fatigue and sadness and was concerned it was related to my mental health but it was actually related to my change in diet.

I share a poem that I wrote recently. Help your mind focus by being more mindful with nature. This poem is inspired by a historical home and farm I used to volunteer at. The Honey Bees Dream, poem.

Recent roadblocks, and things I've realized, as I engage with my new approach to bettering myself. Talk about relationships, friendships, trust, saving money and reminding myself of what things I'm thankful for.

By acknowledging that trauma is more than just the trauma, it's also the triggers, I think I have found an approach that is non-dismissive and therefore allows for maximum growth.

If you tend to be hard on yourself, remember to give yourself a break. I decided to be kind to myself and share something that I had originally talked myself out of sharing; which is a perfect example of being hard on myself or judging myself. I finally found my favorite philosopher: Jose' Ortega y Gasset.

Advice on ways to decrease anxiety, based on things that have worked for me over the past few years.