by Elisabeth | Nov 4, 2015 | Defenders, Recovery, Relationships
The Inevitable Triggers This week, I was triggered while doing this work. This isn’t the first time and it won’t be the last. I always journal privately about my triggers. The writing is raw and emotional. It usually involves an inner part who is very unhappy. But...
by Elisabeth | Oct 21, 2015 | Defenders, Relationships
Generational Skills When I was in my 20’s, people were always telling me I should be a lawyer. They told me I argued well. They told me I used logic well. In reality, I never listened to the other side. I was too busy formulating my response. And when things got...
by Elisabeth | Oct 14, 2015 | Defenders
The Internal Family System Since I discovered my inner child early in my recovery process, I have worked hard to establish a relationship with my inner parts. I have allowed them to be mean to me as they have worked through their anger and grief. I have allowed them...
by Elisabeth | Oct 7, 2015 | Defenders, Parenting, Recovery
I have discussions often about what makes someone take the plunge in to recovery. I have heard many opinions from those on the journey. And I have come up with a few theories. 1) Those who are carrying the most pain are more likely to start the journey because the...
by Elisabeth | Sep 16, 2015 | Defenders, Freedom Fighters
This week, I experienced a physical release in my body. I get these often as a part of my recovery. The emotions and memories have been stored in my body and I am releasing them as I recover. But the physical releases come with good and bad. I love the feeling of...
by Elisabeth | Sep 4, 2015 | Defenders, Parenting
Over the past month, I have written two articles with a focus on anxiety. I have experienced anxiety from a young age. I have also noticed it in my children. And I have some observations about how it starts, how we pass it down, and how it manifests. PsychCentral:...
