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The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Incarceration
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Incarceration Posted September 6, 2024 4:27 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Introduction Childhood trauma can have a profound impact on an individual’s life, affecting their mental health, behavior, and overall well-being. Studies have shown…
The Dramatic Correlation Between Fatherless Homes and Incarceration
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs The Dramatic Correlation Between Fatherless Homes and Incarceration Posted August 30, 2024 5:32 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Statistics About Fatherless Homes: 85% of youth who are currently in prison grew up in a fatherless home. (Texas Department of Corrections)…
Adverse Childhood Experiences: Who Stumbles and Who Thrives?
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs Adverse Childhood Experiences: Who Stumbles and Who Thrives? Posted August 23, 2024 3:32 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Learning Resilience from the Tales of 14 Uncommon Siblings Raised in Poverty Key Points: Research shows that most children are resilient. In…
Embracing Gratitude
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs Embracing Gratitude Posted September 6, 2024 4:27 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and…
Embracing the Whole: We Need a New Mirror
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs Embracing the Whole: We Need a New Mirror Posted August 9, 2024 3:36 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube From a young age, we are taught to focus on the pieces, breaking things down to their most basic elements. This approach…
Reflections from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly”
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs Reflections from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly” Posted August 2, 2024 5:44 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Age of Accountability Reflecting on moral responsibility in children, biblical teachings like Isaiah 7:15 hint at an “age of accountability,” although it doesn’t…
Reflection on “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly” Story
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs Reflection on “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly” Story Posted July 26, 2024 5:29 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube The Gift of a Mother’s Love Reflecting on the story from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly,” the act of my mom deciding…
What Can Families Do to Help Their Children in the Event of Traumatic Experiences?
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs What Can Families Do to Help Their Children in the Event of Traumatic Experiences? Posted July 19, 2024 4:58 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Understanding Childhood Trauma Childhood trauma can have a significant impact on a child’s development and well-being. Often,…
If Someone Has Experienced Trauma During Childhood, What Can They Do Now?
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs If Someone Has Experienced Trauma During Childhood, What Can They Do Now? Posted July 12, 2024 12:00 am Facebook Twitter Youtube Understanding Childhood Trauma Childhood trauma encompasses various experiences such as abuse, neglect, and growing up in unstable environments. These…
What Are Some Kinds of Childhood Experiences That People May Not Think Are “Trauma” But Really Are?
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs What Are Some Kinds of Childhood Experiences That People May Not Think Are “Trauma” But Really Are? Posted July 5, 2024 3:20 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) encompass various forms of abuse…
How Childhood Trauma Can Follow Us into Adulthood
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs How Childhood Trauma Can Follow Us into Adulthood Posted June 28, 2024 12:00 am Facebook Twitter Youtube Understanding Childhood Trauma Childhood trauma refers to a distressing experience that a child faces, which significantly impacts their mental and physical well-being. This…
The Promise of Healing from Childhood Trauma
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs The Promise of Healing from Childhood Trauma Posted June 21, 2024 8:19 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube Healing from childhood trauma and toxic stress recovery is possible, even many years later. This blog provides information and suggestions based on the work of mental health…
The Layers of Childhood Trauma Impact, Diversity, and Journey to Restoration
Micheal Menard Buy The Book Blogs The Layers of Childhood Trauma Impact, Diversity, and Journey to Restoration Posted September 6, 2024 4:27 pm Facebook Twitter Youtube The Layers of Childhood Trauma Impact, Diversity, and Journey to Restoration Introduction Childhood Trauma, also known as Adverse Childhood…
Micheal Menard
6 September, 2024
The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Incarceration
Introduction Childhood trauma can have a profound impact on an individual’s life, affecting their mental health, behavior, and overall well-being. Studies have shown a strong connection between childhood trauma and incarceration, highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing the root causes of criminal behavior. The Connection Between Childhood Trauma and Incarceration Impact of Childhood Trauma […]
Micheal Menard
30 August, 2024
The Dramatic Correlation Between Fatherless Homes and Incarceration
Statistics About Fatherless Homes: 85% of youth who are currently in prison grew up in a fatherless home. (Texas Department of Corrections) 7 out of every 10 youth housed in state-operated correctional facilities, including detention and residential treatment, come from a fatherless home. (U.S. Department of Justice) 39% of students in the United States, from […]
Micheal Menard
23 August, 2024
Adverse Childhood Experiences: Who Stumbles and Who Thrives?
Learning Resilience from the Tales of 14 Uncommon Siblings Raised in Poverty Key Points: Research shows that most children are resilient. In adversity, some consistently thrive; some stumble but learn later how to thrive; others permanently fall. Even in those who thrive, there are lessons to learn, obstacles to overcome, and often inner wounds to […]
Micheal Menard
16 August, 2024
Embracing Gratitude
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
9 August, 2024
Embracing the Whole: We Need a New Mirror
From a young age, we are taught to focus on the pieces, breaking things down to their most basic elements. This approach provides comfort as we manage and control what we understand. However, when we try to comprehend the whole, we often become overwhelmed and revert to dealing with the manageable pieces.[…]
Micheal Menard
2 August, 2024
Reflection From the book The Kite That Couldn’t Fly
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
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26 July, 2024
Reflection about The Kite That Couldn’t Fly story from the book
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
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19 July, 2024
What can families do to help their children in the event of traumatic experiences?
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
12 July, 2024
If Someone Has Experienced Trauma During Childhood, What Can They Do Now?
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
5 July, 2024
What Are Some Kinds of Childhood Experiences That People May Not Think Are "Trauma" But Really Are?
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
28 June, 2024
How Childhood Trauma Can Follow Us into Adulthood
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
21 June, 2024
The Promise of Healing from Childhood Trauma
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]
Micheal Menard
17 June, 2024
The Layers of Childhood Trauma Impact, Diversity, and Journey to Restoration
An Excerpt from “The Kite That Couldn’t Fly: and Other May Avenue Stories” by Michael J. Menard “We Have a Lightbulb!” “Gratitude is one of the strongest and most transformative states of being. It shifts your perspective from lack to abundance and allows you to focus on the good in your life, which in turn […]