My Complex Trauma &
Mental Health Journey
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P.S. I may have a degree in Psychology, but I’m not a doctor. These are just my real-life experiences navigating C-PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
Identity Intersections: Hispanic Heritage Month, Identity Crisis, & Imposter Syndrome
Just una chavala con C-PTSD...I won't call myself a jester but I have been juggling the beautifully messy intersection of complex trauma (C-PTSD), my Latina identity, and the ups and downs of my mental health journey with the identity crisis of imposter syndrome. From growing up as a first-gen Nicaraguan-American to breaking cycles of trauma, I share how I’ve reclaimed my Latina identity through the start of my mental health healing—just in time for National Hispanic Heritage Month. It’s all about embracing the journey, flaws and all.
What I Lost With My MBA: Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, & Insecurities
Graduation came and went but the lessons lingered like the stats homework I never wanted to do. My MBA confronted my perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and chronic fear (because who doesn’t love a good story arc?). I’m finally embracing authenticity and am kicking those limiting beliefs to the curb. My C-PTSD mental health journey and perfectionism is totally (ahem, is in the process of) transforming me, unlocking some shiny new possibilities for a brighter, more vibrant future.
“Progress is better than perfect”: Reframing A Trauma Mindset
Progress beats perfection, especially on the mental health journey. As a recovering perfectionist living with C-PTSD, it took me years to take those first steps—this blog is a glimpse into overcoming fear, embracing the mess, and finding growth through imperfection.