Weekly blog for leaders focused on how to be trauma-informed in their daily practice. Includes a focus on yourself as well as ways to support your team.
In today’s politically charged and emotionally exhausting world, many leaders and staff members are feeling stretched, disillusioned, or overwhelmed. From legislative rollbacks that threaten the safety and dignity of marginalized communities to rising workplace burnout and moral distress, the wei...
Over the last couple of months, I’ve found myself in conversation after conversation about moral distress. Not theoretical discussions, but real, gut-level questions like:
·        “How do I keep showing up when I feel powerless?”
·        “How do I even know what’s mine to fix anymore?”
If yo...
In trauma-informed leadership, we celebrate boundaries. We encourage them. We model them. Over the last three weeks, I have written extensively about why boundaries are so important as a trauma-informed leader. But what happens when boundaries start showing up in ways that are reactive, isolating...
As a trauma-informed leader, I’ve learned that boundaries aren’t just about protecting my own well-being—they’re essential for fostering a healthy, sustainable work environment for my team. I’ve seen firsthand how my leadership directly influences team culture, including how work-life balance, ac...
I remember when I was first promoted to a leadership role. Like many of us, I wanted to prove myself. I worked late, answered emails on weekends, and made myself available at all times, thinking that my dedication would earn my team’s trust and respect. At first, I felt proud of my commitment, bu...
I know firsthand how difficult it can be to set and maintain boundaries, especially in the workplace. For a long time, I struggled with saying no, thinking that to be successful, I had to be constantly available to my colleagues—even at the expense of my own well-being. But over time, I learned t...
Over recent weeks, we have explored moral distress in depth. Today, we will focus specifically on how it manifests within your team and what trauma-informed leaders can do to address it effectively. Moral distress is a complex emotional and psychological state that can significantly impact both i...
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Last week, I talked about moral distress—the deep discomfort and inner conflict that arises when we can’t act in alignment with our values because of external pressures. As a trauma-informed leader, I know how frequently this happens in today’s ever-changing world. Whether it’s due to adminis...
As a leader, I know firsthand how relentless the challenges can be. Every day brings new obstacles that demand my energy, my attention, and sometimes, a level of resilience that feels impossible to sustain. But one of the deepest struggles I’ve faced—and one I know many other leaders grapple with...
Leadership isn’t just about making decisions and driving results—it’s also about understanding the human element behind every decision. For leaders who want to create a truly supportive and productive work environment, embracing trauma-informed leadership is key.Â
Over the last several months, we...
As we try to navigate the increasingly turbulent times, it has been more difficult than ever to be a leader. Many of us are leading teams who are highly stressed, constantly dysregulated, and are hypervigilant – consistently surveying the news or social media to see what new threats have emerged ...
Over the last month, we have watched the new administration here in the United States assume power like a bull in a China shop – creating chaos, issuing disturbing directives, and promoting cultures of divisiveness. This rhetoric shifts values from compassion to control, promotes bullying, limits...
Weekly blog for leaders focused on how to be trauma-informed in their daily practice. Includes a focus on yourself as well as ways to support your team.
