Traumaversaries (traumatic + anniversaries) can be challenging.
This guide can help you feel cared for as you make it through
Traumaversaries are hard for a reason.
Our body and nervous system might re-live traumatic experiences on the anniversary of their happening, and this is in service of our safety and protection.
There is wisdom in the remembering. The re-experiencing. The extended processing.
And still, this can take a toll. Are you ready to welcome in some support?
I wrote this guide for you, and I hope it helps you navigate the hard days.
✿ Validation that what you are going through makes sense and space to honor your individual experience
✿ Gentle psychoeducation about traumatic experiences, traumatic anniversaries, and how you might feel their impact
✿ An exploration of dreams, memories, and coping mechanisms that might emerge and what to do when they come up
✿ Trauma informed check-ins and self care breaks to offer integration and protect from overwhelm
✿ Creative and practical tips to help you feel prepared-as-can-be for an upcoming traumaversary
✿ Guidance to create a unique care plan designed to support you in coping
Turn to this guide for:
This guide is brimming with supportive practices and words to soothe your weary nervous system during traumatic anniversaries.
Receive tools and validation for:
✿ The flashbacks, nightmares and scary thoughts
✿ The overwhelming feelings and dread before the date or time period rolls around
✿ The old coping strategies and emotions you thought you were “over”
✿ The physical and somatic sensations (both new and old)
