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Healing Is Possible: A Journey from Trauma to Recovery-Author Paulitha Pasala Rph, New York Peer Specialist NYCPS-P
Trauma can leave deep scars, shaping how we see ourselves and the world. It may feel like the pain will never fade, but healing is possible. Here’s how you can begin your journey: Acknowledge the Impact Your reactions—fear, numbness, hypervigilance—are normal responses to abnormal events. Recognizing this is the first step toward healing. Reconnect with … Continue reading
Posted in customers, Education, Job Seekers, Medical Job Hunting, Mental health, Patients, Peer specialist, Peer Support, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Staffing, Staffing Firm, Successful Pharmacy, UncategorizedHow Trauma Impacts the Mind, Body, and Spirit? Author Paulitha Pasala Rph, New York Peer Specialist NYCPS-P
Trauma is not just an event that happens and fades away—it lingers, weaving itself into the fabric of our being. Whether from a single distressing incident or prolonged exposure to stress, trauma reshapes how we think, feel, and navigate the world. Its effects ripple across our mind, body, and spirit, often in ways we … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Mental health, Peer Support, Pharmacist, Pharmacy Staffing, Successful PharmacyTrauma: Is It Bad? Is It Good? Who Knows? Author Paulitha Pasala Rph, New York Peer Specialist NYCPS-P
The real question isn’t whether trauma is “good” or “bad”—it’s what you’re doing with it. Trauma reshapes us. It can break us down or forge us into something stronger. Some people let it define them, while others use it as fuel to grow. The pain doesn’t disappear, but its meaning changes based on what you … Continue reading
Posted in customers, Education, Mental health, Patients, Peer specialist, Peer Support, Pharmacist, Pharmacy StaffingUnderstanding Trauma: Beyond the Event to the Experience Author: Paulitha Pasala. Rph, New York Peer Specialist NYCPS-P
Trauma is a word we often hear, but its depth and complexity are frequently misunderstood. It’s not just about what happens to us—it’s also about how we respond within. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines trauma as “extreme stress brought on by shocking or unexpected circumstances or events that overwhelm a … Continue reading
Posted in Education, Mental health, Patients, PharmacistSelf-Help Recovery Plan: Why Create a Self-Help Recovery Plan? Author: Paulitha Pasala. Rph, New York Peer Specialist NYCPS-P
A recovery plan empowers you to: ✔ Identify your struggles and triggers. ✔ Set realistic, meaningful goals for growth. ✔ Develop healthy coping strategies tailored to your needs. ✔ Track progress and celebrate small wins
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