Lara Land
Self Care Blog
Nonviolent Communication Starts in the Nervous System
Nonviolent communication is often taught as a language framework — observe without judgment, name feelings, identify needs, make requests.
Finding Creative Solutions: What Lawrence Susskind Teaches Us About Consensus, Power, and Possibility
In a world increasingly defined by polarization, complex systems, and competing interests, the question is no longer whether conflict will arise…
Why Divides Tear at Families and Communities — and What Helps
In an era when political identity often overshadows family ties, what happens when politics begins to tear families—and entire communities—apart?
ADHD, Mindfulness, and Neurodivergent Strengths
In this insightful episode of the Beyond Trauma Podcast, host Lara Land engages in a candid conversation with Ron Souers, an ADHD advocate
From Scarcity to Safety: Healing Financial Trauma with Rahkim Sabree
Money is never just about numbers. It’s about history, identity, and emotion—and when financial trauma is part of our story, it can shape how we see ourselves
Getting to the Root with Estefana Johnson: Breaking Patterns & Finding Freedom
Why do we get stuck in the same loops—reacting disproportionately to small triggers, repeating old patterns, and resisting change…
The Power of Accepting Help
In my last post I talked about my car breaking down in an area with no cars and no public transportation. I sat with this fact for a moment, in my car, wondering what I should do.
From Struggle to Strength: Healing Through Hobbies
In this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Julie McGuire, a high school English teacher, avid outdoorswoman, and the first woman to ski all 33 Catskill…
Building Capacity with Compassion: How to Check In with Yourself Using a Simple Scaling Technique
Recently, my car broke down while I was driving in circles—on the orders of my mechanic (it’s a long story). My husband was away, and there are no cabs, Ubers, or subways in my rural town.
Coffee, Culture & Mental Health: What Your Morning Cup Really Means
Coffee is more than just a drink—it’s a ritual, a connector, and, as it turns out, a fascinating entry point into conversations about health, culture…
The Science and Practice of Forgiveness: Tools for Healing and Growth
In this insightful episode of the Beyond Trauma Podcast, host Lara Land engages in a candid conversation with Ron Souers, an ADHD advocate
Healing Complex Trauma: Insights on Individual & Group Therapy with Dr. Mercedes Okosi
In this illuminating episode of Beyond Trauma, I sit down with Dr. Mercedes Okosi to explore the layered journey of healing complex trauma
Harvesting, Wrapping Up, and Making Space: Reflections on the Autumnal Equinox 2025
I’ve always felt the autumnal equinox deeply in my bones — that shift in light, the subtle exhale of summer, and a gathering inwards:
When Adult Children Cut Ties: Understanding Family Estrangement and How to Heal
What happens when love isn’t enough to keep a family together? In my recent Beyond Trauma podcast episode with renowned psychologist…
Think Better: CBT Strategies to Rewire Negative Thoughts and Reduce Anxiety
In this week’s episode of Beyond Trauma, I had the pleasure of sitting down with psychotherapist Carly Ann to explore the powerful principles …