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35 “Yes, and” Phrases to Embrace Paradox
One way to embrace paradox is by adopting a "Yes, and" approach—an intentional shift that fosters complexity, understanding, and innovation.
Shenandoah Chefalo
Feb 115 min read
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Trauma Responses Explained: Fight, Flight, Freeze, Appease
Trauma is pervasive and often overlooked. By understanding how our survival instincts (also known as trauma brain or fight, flight,...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Sep 24, 20245 min read
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7 Characteristics of a Healthy Relationship
Whether you’re considering your romantic, platonic, or professional relationships, knowing these 7 characteristics of a healthy...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Feb 6, 20244 min read
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9 Phrases for Building Relationships at Work
Whether you're collaborating closely on projects together, passing projects off, or simply brushing shoulders your coworkers have a...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Jan 30, 20243 min read
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One Life-Changing Trauma Informed Approach You Can Implement Today
Of all the trauma-informed phrases I use, “yes, AND” might be the most common. “Yes, AND” represents a way of thinking that is essential...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Dec 12, 20234 min read
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7 Subtle Self-Harm Strategies You Might Do
This blog discusses self-harm and suicide, which can be sensitive topics to many readers. Please establish your safety before reading,...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Dec 5, 20237 min read
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9 Types of Safety Most People Don’t Know About
Safety is a crucial topic for trauma-informed systems, and understanding how your community defines safety is no small task. If I asked...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Nov 28, 20237 min read
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Why is Safety Important in a Trauma Informed Approach?
No matter what model you use, SAMHSA or Sanctuary, safety is a core value of trauma-informed care. Safety is arguably one of the most...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Nov 21, 20235 min read
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Trauma-Informed Leadership in the Law: And Why It Matters
Although trauma-informed leadership is gaining traction in the education and healthcare sectors, it is not a topic reserved for these...
Shenandoah Chefalo
Jun 7, 20223 min read
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