Articles on trauma, loss, and mourning

Opting Out of Christmas 2.0 – No Christmas As Usual

Tomorrow is Christmas. But, the joy of the holiday season I once felt isn’t there anymore, for several reasons. So I'm opting out of it, again.

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Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of a Free Palestine

Founded in 2018, Nevadans for Palestinian Liberation (NPL) fights for a free Palestine and educates people about Palestine and its history.

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When Does it End? My Thoughts on the Senseless Violence That Our Community is Once Again Grieving Over

Another day, another shooting, and another act of senseless violence here in our community. These are my thoughts on today's shooting at UNLV.

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The Cupcake Girls: Building Respect, Resources, and Relationships

The Cupcake Girls are working towards building a world where sex trafficking is eradicated and consensual sex workers are safe and empowered.

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My Experience With Suicide Ideation and Suicide Prevention

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, Amber shares her experience with suicidal ideation and loss due to suicide, and how to help prevent it.

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Happy Camper Overdose Response Team: Responding to the Fentanyl Epidemic

Happy Camper Overdose Response is working to address the issue of fentanyl overdose here in Las Vegas through education and response at local events.

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Climate Crisis Songs, Pt. 3: ‘That Funny Feeling’

In part three of my climate crisis song series, we'll dissect the song, 'That Funny Feeling' by Bo Burnham, and the related themes of rising sea levels, existentialism, & desensitization.

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