Depression. It’s not an uncommon occurrence. Most of us have felt sad or disheartened – even despondent – on occasion. When does it progress, however, from feeling “down” once in a while to a more serious concern? Here are some things to watch for: Extreme, tearful sadness Feelings of guilt,…
An abortion can be a very emotional experience. And talking about it – when you choose to do so – can bring those powerful emotions back to the surface. Have you observed this in yourself? Have you discovered it to be overwhelming to speak about the abortion? Even with those…
Sometimes, an event can be so troubling or overwhelming, it has a deep effect on an individual’s emotional growth. If you have experienced an abortion, it’s possible it may have had this kind of impact for you. Have you found it very difficult or impossible to get beyond any of…
what did i know about waters rushing back what did i know about drowning or being drowned* I read “the lost baby poem” last week and I am still thinking about it today. So often, we are tangled up in our worries and feelings of guilt, when other…
Death and dying – generally something most people are somewhat reluctant to talk about. Even insurance companies say it like this: “If something should happen…” The truth is, although it’s not a common topic of polite conversation, death is a fact and a part of life. If you have experienced…
After going through an abortion, many women describe feeling trapped in an emotional darkness that is difficult to get out of by themselves. Recently, a client shared her experience of going through a Restore group and how she found that “light at the end of the tunnel” of emotional pain.…
After the first abortion many women make themselves a promise: “never again.” It was the best decision at the time, but in the future–they resolve–things will be different. But the emotions that follow an abortion can be complex. Sometimes those emotions cause women to choose behaviors that make it hard…
Being a parent is not an easy role. Even knowing that no one can do it perfectly, we try hard to get it right. If you have experienced an abortion, there may be a lingering emotional impact that can make parenting even more challenging. If you have children now,…
If you have experienced an abortion, your perspectives and attitudes may change – even in your relationships. Are there ways in which you’re feeling different about yourself or others? Have you noted changes in your attitude toward relationships with others? Do you find yourself avoiding relationships, trying to keep yourself…
There’s a reason why individuals, families, and even entire cultures preserve and share stories. It’s part of our human nature to want to be connected with each other. Through stories, we can establish and strengthen connections, teach and learn, and sometimes find meaning and comfort during challenging times in our…