Notes from Within:

REFLECTIONS ON HEALING, SPIRIT, AND THE BODY

Say Yes to the Mess: Why Holistic Trauma Therapy Wins in 2026
Trauma-Informed Reflections Mallory Tedrick Trauma-Informed Reflections Mallory Tedrick

Say Yes to the Mess: Why Holistic Trauma Therapy Wins in 2026

2026 feels like a threshold year. Not because the calendar changed, but because so many of us are tired of pretending we’re fine while quietly unraveling inside. This reflection explores why holistic, trauma-informed therapy isn’t about fixing or transforming yourself, but about integration, permission, and learning to feel safe enough to be fully human. It’s an invitation to say yes to support, yes to your nervous system, and yes to the slow, honest work of becoming.

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Mental Health and Spirituality: Two Paths, One Journey
Mallory Tedrick Mallory Tedrick

Mental Health and Spirituality: Two Paths, One Journey

Our mental health and spirituality are not separate paths but two threads of the same journey. Mental health provides resilience and safety, while spirituality offers meaning, presence, and hope. Together, they create a foundation for healing and wholeness. When we regulate the nervous system, release trauma, or engage in practices like meditation, prayer, or time in nature, we open the door to deeper connection—with ourselves and with something greater.

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