Emotional First Aid Series

John Freedom

Oct 10, 2023
1 min

World Mental Health Day

Note: This is an updated post originally shared on October 10, 2022. You'll find excellent resources for mental wellbeing linked in this...

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The Sound of Freedom’s Impact: Reflections & Resources

Holly Timberlake, Ph.D.

Sep 7, 2023
5 min

The Sound of Freedom’s Impact: Reflections & Resources

Photo of outstretched woman's hand with doves. Photo credit: https://pixabay.com/photos/dove-peace-freedom-birds-faith-3426187/ I imagine...

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7 Ways to Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month (updated September 2022)

Stephen Carter

Sep 29, 2022
4 min

7 Ways to Celebrate Self-Care Awareness Month (updated September 2022)

Why taking care of yourself first matters. Seven simple suggestions you can do to enhance emotional and physical wellbeing.

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Using EFT Tapping to Help Trafficking and Abuse Survivors

Stephen Carter

Apr 29, 2022
2 min

Using EFT Tapping to Help Trafficking and Abuse Survivors

In this interview you discover 10 abuse survivor helping insights to apply right away if you're a survivor, practitioner, or caregiver.

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Emotional First Aid Series: Trauma Tapping Technique

FREA Finding Recovery & Empowerment from Abuse

Apr 22, 2022
1 min

Emotional First Aid Series: Trauma Tapping Technique

Learn this self-care stress relief method called Trauma Tapping Technique (TTT).

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How to Use the Power of Questions for Greater Self-Compassion

Stephen Carter

Mar 16, 2022
4 min

How to Use the Power of Questions for Greater Self-Compassion

Are you your own worst critic? If someone gives you a compliment is your first reaction to disbelieve what you hear? Do disempowering...

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Oct 11, 2021
3 min

Havening: A New Psychosensory Therapy for Relief and Resilience

Havening is a simple, natural, safe, and efficient tool for relieving distress you can do alone or with a practitioner.

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Tech Safety for Survivors of Domestic Violence

John Freedom

Aug 7, 2021
1 min

Tech Safety for Survivors of Domestic Violence

This post summarizes an informative and well crafted guide to help domestic abuse survivors stay safe.

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John Freedom

Jun 8, 2021
5 min

Letting Go of Guilt

You can release guilt and other disempowering emotions. Learn how to apply Byron Katie's "The Work" method for emotional wellbeing.

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3 Self-Care Stress Release Techniques for Mental Health Month

Stephen Carter

May 19, 2021
2 min

3 Self-Care Stress Release Techniques for Mental Health Month

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s a perfect time to recognize how important it is to engage in emotional self-care.

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Creating Mental Health - Learn to Pair Comfort with Emotional Distress

Kristin Miller, PhD, Psychologist

May 3, 2021
2 min

Creating Mental Health - Learn to Pair Comfort with Emotional Distress

Dr. Kristin Miller shares a simple, breath based method for letting go of emotional distress.

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Emotional First Aid Series: Cross Crawl Technique

FREA Finding Recovery & Empowerment from Abuse

Apr 25, 2021
1 min

Emotional First Aid Series: Cross Crawl Technique

As FREA continues to highlight April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we're sharing a variety of self-care technique videos and PDF...

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Emotional First Aid Series: The Butterfly Hug Technique

FREA Finding Recovery & Empowerment from Abuse

Apr 6, 2021
1 min

Emotional First Aid Series: The Butterfly Hug Technique

Originally published April 4, 2018, updated April 6, 2021 Today's Self-Care Technique is The Butterfly Hug. Join in with the video below...

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Stephen Carter

Apr 1, 2021
3 min

5 Powerful Ways to Let Go of Guilt

Note: You can listen to the companion podcast for this blogpost below. Guilt is a difficult emotion to experience. It can be triggered by...

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Use Picture Perfect Breathing to Calm Mind and Body

Stephen Carter

Mar 12, 2021
2 min

Use Picture Perfect Breathing to Calm Mind and Body

If you've experienced one or more traumatic events it’s important to engage in self-care activities including monitoring stress levels...

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Stephen Carter

Nov 6, 2020
4 min

Love Yourself and Grow Your Self-Esteem

Julie called asking for help. She shared stories of emotional abuse and an array of other challenging situations she wanted help with....

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7 Easy Ways to Create Emotional Resilience and Wellbeing

Stephen Carter

Oct 2, 2020
6 min

7 Easy Ways to Create Emotional Resilience and Wellbeing

With October being National Emotional Wellness Month and National Positive Attitude Month, how do these two mindsets contribute to what...

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Interview With Dr. Jed Diamond - Staying Safe From Domestic Violence During Lockdown and Beyond

Stephen Carter

May 1, 2020
2 min

Interview With Dr. Jed Diamond - Staying Safe From Domestic Violence During Lockdown and Beyond

FREA is here as a resource for anyone and everyone who has experienced or is at risk for abuse. We're seeing indicators that Intimate...

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Protecting Yourself While Sheltering in Place

John Freedom

Apr 17, 2020
3 min

Protecting Yourself While Sheltering in Place

With families in lockdown worldwide, there has been a dramatic rise in “intimate terrorism,”. Here are practical tips to stay safe.

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Sheltering at Home Safely - Taking a Pause to Calm Yourself

Kristin Miller, PhD, Psychologist, DCEP

Apr 15, 2020
3 min

Sheltering at Home Safely - Taking a Pause to Calm Yourself

I am a psychologist who has spent most my career serving people who have experienced profound abuse. My own childhood was a nightmare of...

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