After a recent 60 Minutes segment on treating childhood trauma, I had the opportunity to attend a virtual screening of KPJR Films award-winning RESILIENCE: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope. This film chronicles a rising movement to build collective strength by using trauma informed practices to disrupt cycles of violence, addiction, and
A recent 60 Minutes segment with correspondent Oprah Winfrey, has served to powerfully broaden our national conversation around Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), the impact of childhood trauma, and the possibilities of human resilience. Oprah traveled to her childhood hometown of Milwaukee, where she learned about the body of research that shows how trauma experienced by
In the wake of the Las Vegas shooting, my heart goes out to family members and friends of those killed or injured. I also uphold those who personally experienced this act of terror and those on the frontlines who worked relentlessly to ensure safety and provide care. Many others are experiencing the secondary impact
Recently, I was fortunate to spend time with Dr. Jacob Eisenbach. His Holocaust survivor story includes a profound message of nurturing hope and joy amidst even the greatest atrocities of life. After practicing dentistry until the of age 92, he is now an educational speaker with a mission to end genocide. In addition to celebrating
