Healing & Relationships Blogs; Trauma-Informed Insights

Gentle, trauma-informed insights on healing, boundaries and emotional safety.

These articles explore the impact of trauma, family violence, estrangement and relational wounds, offering clarity and support for people rebuilding trust in themselves and their relationships. If something here resonates, you’re welcome to reach out for a compassionate, grounding consultation.

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Shame Archetypes in Toxic Relationships: 4 Ways Your Nervous System Tries to Protect You

Shame doesn’t just live in your thoughts; it shapes how you react, relate, and protect yourself. This blog explores the four common shame archetypes that develop after trauma or emotionally unsafe relationships.

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Why we accept the love we think we deserve

Healthy love can feel unsettling after abuse. When your nervous system has learned to associate chaos with connection, calm can feel foreign, even unsafe. This blog explores why kind, stable partners feel “boring” and how your body can relearn what real safety feels like.

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Breaking the Cycle: Why You Keep Dating the Wrong Person (And How to Stop)

Do you keep finding yourself in the same painful relationship patterns? This article explores why we’re drawn to the wrong people, how to recognise red flags early, and what it takes to break the cycle. Learn how self-awareness and self-worth can help you build relationships rooted in respect, safety, and genuine connection.