The Trauma-Informed Leadership Blog

I remember when I was first promoted to a leadership role. Like many of us, I wanted to prove myself. I worked late, answered emails on weekends, and made myself available at all times, thinking that ...

I know firsthand how difficult it can be to set and maintain boundaries, especially in the workplace. For a long time, I struggled with saying no, thinking that to be successful, I had to be constantl...

Over recent weeks, we have explored moral distress in depth. Today, we will focus specifically on how it manifests within your team and what trauma-informed leaders can do to address it effectively. M...

Last week, I talked about moral distress—the deep discomfort and inner conflict that arises when we can’t act in alignment with our values because of external pressures. As a trauma-informed leader, I...

As a leader, I know firsthand how relentless the challenges can be. Every day brings new obstacles that demand my energy, my attention, and sometimes, a level of resilience that feels impossible to su...

Leadership isn’t just about making decisions and driving results—it’s also about understanding the human element behind every decision. For leaders who want to create a truly supportive and productive...

As we try to navigate the increasingly turbulent times, it has been more difficult than ever to be a leader. Many of us are leading teams who are highly stressed, constantly dysregulated, and are hype...

Over the last month, we have watched the new administration here in the United States assume power like a bull in a China shop – creating chaos, issuing disturbing directives, and promoting cultures o...

Over the last couple of weeks, we have done a deep dive into the fourth pillar of trauma-informed leadership, autonomy. This week, we’ll talk about how to foster a culture on your team that effectivel...

As a child of the eighties (and a proud member of generation “X”), I grew up with a lot of autonomy. During those long summer days, I would go out in the morning to play with my friends who lived on t...

Over the last several weeks, we have been doing a deep dive into the “Four Pillars of Trauma-Informed Leadership.” Over the next three weeks, we’re going to focus on the fourth and final pillar – Auto...

Over the last couple of weeks, we have completed a deep dive into the third pillar of trauma-informed leadership, relationships and connection. This week, we’re going to build on what you learned abou...