This is the sister wound. It’s the emotional scar left by friendships that didn’t feel safe, where trust was broken, where competition or exclusion shaped how we learned to relate to other women. Sadly, it doesn’t just sit quietly in the past; it weaves its way into how we show up in friendships as adults, how we feel in groups, and even how our nervous system reacts to social connection.

The holidays can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride when you're dealing with an eating disorder. The shifts in routines, the well-intentioned (but sometimes not-so-helpful) family pressures, and the relentless focus on food can be a lot to handle. But hold tight; you're not riding this rollercoaster alone. I’m here to sprinkle some practical solutions that'll help you thrive as you navigate the holiday whirlwind.

While complex PTSD cannot be instantly cured, the severity of symptoms can be greatly minimized through supportive self-care strategies. Here are some options that can support the healing process.

Betrayal trauma is like a tidal wave of emotions that crashes over us when we discover that someone we deeply trusted has deceived or hurt us. Here are 5 ways to support healing, growth, and return to connection.

The one saving grace we have when life tries to knock us down is acceptance. Being able to radically accept our current situation helps us release all the stories we are telling ourselves related to the situation.