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Memories, Anchors, and Prisons

May 19, 2026 / Laura Joy Palma / Leave a comment

The sunrise is supposed to be the opposite of the prison. Then Sunday morning, he was there. Tonight, I begin the part of trauma therapy that's supposed to help me leave the room I'm still trapped in.

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Fearfully, Wonderfully, and Bipolar-ly Made: From Shame to Sanctuary

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A memoir at the intersection of bipolar disorder and Christian faith. Endorsed by Dr. Sam Storms.

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    a beautiful post; I can so relate to this, wishing you a very happy Christmas 💞

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    so good!

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    Barbara on Anchored at Sunrise: Why Some Routines Are Non-NegotiableSeptember 24, 2025

    not sure why but your messages always seem to hit at the right time with just the words I need.…

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    Thanks. I needed this today

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