Seeking Providence By: Francesca Seopa How many wars must we wage, before we realize that borders are made by men, not gods? How many houses must burn, before we learn that peace is made by words not weapons? How many children must die, before we discover that the highest religion is that of humanity? How … Continue reading Seeking Providence
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Losing Hopes To Despair: Thus Passes A Lifetime
Losing Hopes To Despair: Thus Passes A Lifetime by: Francesca Seopa There's a battle being fought behind the curtain An enemy awaits me, on that I'm certain There are blows being thrown where I'm out of sight But my armour awaits the evil that lurks with night Cuddled in my manner of ancient darkness Puzzled … Continue reading Losing Hopes To Despair: Thus Passes A Lifetime
Nature Of Wisdom
Nature of Wisdom by: Francesca Seopa Sometimes if we just pause for a moment, Things become a little clearer, we learn something. These moments are everything, and we find wisdom. Sometimes, it`s given to you, passed from one hand to another. Sometimes you have to learn it on your own. And, sometimes it speaks right … Continue reading Nature Of Wisdom
Love and Self-Esteem After Trauma
It's all about falling in love with yourself and sharing that love with someone who appreciates you, rather than looking for love to compensate for a self love deficit. - Eartha Kitt Mcdonald I had issues accepting who I was after trauma. My perception of myself was distorted and I struggled to define who I … Continue reading Love and Self-Esteem After Trauma
Forgiveness after Trauma
People suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Post Traumatic Stress disorder (CPTSD) tend to find the concept of forgiveness to be very challenging. I believe that forgiveness is a conscious decision that one makes to release feelings of resentment and vengeance towards a person that has done them wrong or has harmed … Continue reading Forgiveness after Trauma
Establishing Boundaries After Trauma
I personally feel that people who have survived trauma have trouble establishing boundaries; when reclaiming their power and their self esteem. We often set out boundaries too low and often allow people to ill treat us. Other times, we never allow ourselves to form healthy relationships. This is the most challenging part of living with … Continue reading Establishing Boundaries After Trauma
