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Brittany Shannon 6/15/26 Brittany Shannon 6/15/26

Why Do I Still Think It Was My Fault? Understanding Trauma, Guilt, and the Need to Make Sense of What Happened

Trauma often leaves people carrying painful beliefs about responsibility, weakness, and control. This article explores why many men continue blaming themselves after trauma and how evidence-based therapy can help people move beyond shame and self-blame.

Brittany Shannon 5/21/26 Brittany Shannon 5/21/26

Therapy Myths That Keep Men Stuck Longer Than They Need To

A lot of men avoid therapy because of misconceptions about what therapy actually is. This post breaks down common therapy myths, why they keep people stuck, and what effective trauma treatment really looks like.

Brittany Shannon 5/21/26 Brittany Shannon 5/21/26

“Just Stay Positive” Isn’t Helpful After Trauma

Being told to “just stay positive” can feel dismissive when you are carrying trauma, stress, or emotional pain. This post explains why toxic positivity often backfires and what real support actually looks like.

Brittany Shannon 4/12/25 Brittany Shannon 4/12/25

Which Trauma Treatment is Right for you?

Trauma therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. This post breaks down three evidence-based treatments—CPT, PE, and NET—to help you start thinking about which approach might best support your healing.