Trauma-driven desperation can quietly steer us into making choices that hurt us more than heal us. When we carry unresolved pain, the urge to escape it often pushes us toward impulsive behavior and leads to more trauma to carry.

Insecurity can feel like a shadow that follows us everywhere. For me, these insecurities have taken shape as vivid villains in my mind. These villains are not just imaginary foes; they are reflections of real emotional battles that many of us face.

Trust feels fragile when trauma shadows your past. For many of us, especially those of us who are autistic or grew up with narcissistic parents, deciding whom to trust can feel like walking a tightrope.