05/17/2024
We met 3 years ago. I told her I was not interested in agency work. I was tired of the politics, the billing and efficiency mind, the turn and burn/fill the beds mentality, the daily grind under the false pretense of promoting "self-care,” the loss of relational connection to prioritize roles and rules, the social dominance games and the pathogenic approach so often seen in mental health settings.
With a fierce veracity and fearlessness in her heart, she smiled and said..."Then do it differently."
And so, we did...
TRAUMADDICTION! Simultaneously healing trauma and addiction without overwhelming one's nervous system. Prioritizing human capital (staff) as our greatest resource and pouring love into the wounded healers that have dedicated their lives to service. Creating a regenerative environment for staff to heal their own painful past. Honoring choice, voice, and each person's unique gifts. Using a ForwardFacing © approach to combine self-regulation with mission/intention. A deep commitment to a Salutogenic lens and Trauma Conscious foundation. Integration of ritual, ceremony, invitation, movement, community, mindfulness, nature, intentional play, nourishment, sacred land, embodiment, and connection. Honoring the innate inner healing wisdom within each of us. Connecting to ancient indigenous wisdom. Healing ourselves, our clients, this land, and our ancestors.
She said "So do it differently...and so we did." We have only just begun. Seven Arrows Recovery Laura Fedele
To the great teachers that paved this path and allowed me to build my dreams on your shoulders…. endless gratitude for your wisdom, courage, and dedication.
J Eric Gentry Forward- Facing Freedom Institute - Nothing in my life would be possible without you. ForwardFacing
Nityda Gessel – Trauma Conscious Yoga Institute
Jamie Marić – Institute for Creative Mindfulness
Robert Rhoton – Arizona Trauma Institute
To Laura Fedele and the incredible team at Seven Arrows Recovery who always believed in this mission!! You are the REAL medicine!
Www.sevenarrowsrecovery.com
Video credit: Rudy Poe