One of the most potent times to visit a therapist is when I am aware of repeating cycles in my life. My therapist helps me clarify what impulses me to behave in certain ways and where those impulses have come …
Category: Wellness
![Healing Dissociation Part 2 Dissociation is often a misunderstood and feared part of the system. Healing in a system with a big dissociated part means that we need to start with safety. Your life needs a foundation of current safety and a sense of felt safety in the space with your therapist. Creating this foundation can take a while, so it's important to be patient with the process. Look for a therapist who has some understanding of polyvagal theory and how your nervous system reacts.](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1-11-650x650.jpg)
Healing Dissociation Part 2
Healing Dissociation Part 2 Dissociation is often a misunderstood and feared part of the system. Healing in a system with a big dissociated part means that we need to start with safety. Your life needs a foundation of current safety …
![Is dissociation a life sentence? Because dissociation is a part of us that has developed to keep us safe in unsafe situations, when our environment is safe, we have the opportunity to begin to heal parts that dissociate, knowing that we are in a secure and nurturing environment.](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1-10-650x650.jpg)
Healing Dissociation Part 1
I like to think of dissociation like a firefighter. When an internal alarm signals danger, the firefighter wakes up, puts on its firefighting gear, rushes to the rescue, and does what it knows how to do: dissociate. In therapy, we …
![Resuming normal life post-trauma can be a vital step in healing, grounding us back in our daily routines and connections. However, when trauma is ongoing or deeply distressing, our psyche might create a protective layer, telling us, "It wasn't that bad," or "You're just too sensitive." This defence mechanism works tirelessly to suppress the trauma.](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1-8-650x650.jpg)
Dissociation pt 8; Resuming Normal Life
Resuming normal life post-trauma can be a vital step in healing, grounding us back in our daily routines and connections. However, when trauma is ongoing or deeply distressing, our psyche might create a protective layer, telling us, "It wasn't that …
![Is dissociation the result of trauma? Answered by a therapist with over 20 years of experience.](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1-6-650x650.jpg)
Is Dissociation the Result of Trauma?
Let me know in the comments if you find this dissociation series helpful in understanding yourself or someone you love. Wherever you are on your healing journey, big love to you, Jen
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How Dissociation is Often Misunderstood
If you have any questions about dissociation, let me know in the comments. Love, Jen
![_Dissociation part 5 Dissociation is our mind's way of coping with overwhelming trauma. When too much happens too fast, our system can't process it all at once. It's like the trauma gets frozen in our minds and bodies.](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1-4-650x650.jpg)
Dissociation Part 5; Coping With Overwhelming Trauma
If you have any questions about dissociation, let me know in the comments. There are several posts on this topic Love, Jen
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Is Dissociation Protective?
New Insight: Dissociation can vary in intensity and duration, from brief episodes to chronic conditions. It’s not just a psychological response but can involve physical symptoms like numbness or altered sensory perceptions. Your mind has been working to shield you. …
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Dissociation Through a ‘Parts’ Lens
There is hope. By gaining awareness and seeking support, you can embark on a journey towards healing and reclaiming your sense of self. You’re not alone on this path Love Jen
![The best cure for loneliness is not more frequent interactions. It’s more meaningful interaction. Many people enjoy solitude. We can spend up to 75% of our time alone without feeling isolated. What matters most for well-being is the quality of connections, not the quantity. Adam Grant](https://jennynurick-wp-media-us-east.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/20-06_24_Lonliness-650x650.jpg)
Loneliness
I’m a natural introvert. For me, that means that I enjoy time to myself. When I feel tired, my natural inclination is to rest and spend time alone. This allows me to focus on and nurture myself. I don’t have …