Healing is deeply personal. But it was never meant to be done alone. We all reach a point where books aren’t enough. Where self-reflection starts to loop. Where we long for someone to say: That’s the power of having a …
Category: Trauma
Advocating for Yourself During Medical Procedures
It’s okay to: Remember: You are allowed to take the time you need to give your full consent. Your dentist, doctor, gynaecologist, and surgeon are there to support you. Yes, they are more knowledgeable than you in many areas, but …
Are You Terrified of the Dentist?
My first traumatic medical experience was at the dentist. I was having four healthy teeth removed so I could have braces fitted. This was standard practice in the UK then, but not now. I remember the taste of the injections, …