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My heart is heavy today thinking of the victims, their families, and the entire Durango community after the tragic Walmart shooting. 💔

https://www.durangoherald.com/articles/two-hospitalized-after-shooting-at-durango-walmart/

https://www.durangoherald.com/articles/durango-shooting-victim-identified-as-67-year-old-grandmother/

As a psychotherapist, I want to offer some reflections and gentle reminders:

1. It’s okay to feel.
   Shock, fear, anger, sadness — all of these responses are natural. You don’t have to “be strong” by hiding your emotions.
2. You don’t have to process this alone.
   Talking with someone you trust—whether a friend, family member, or mental health professional—can help you feel less isolated.
3. Take care of your nervous system.
   When trauma or community violence occurs, our bodies stay on alert. Simple grounding exercises—like deep breathing, feeling your feet on the ground, noticing your surroundings—can help in small but meaningful ways.
4. Limit media exposure.
   It’s important to stay informed, but constant news and social media coverage can intensify distress. Consider setting boundaries for how much you consume.
5. Reach out for help when needed.
   If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, having intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, or trouble sleeping — it’s okay to seek professional support. You don’t have to “tough it out” alone.
6. Hold space for one another.
   A kind word, a check-in message, patience, an offer to listen — these small gestures can make a big difference right now.

🕯️ To the community in Durango: you are not forgotten, you matter, and your healing matters.

If anyone needs resources or support, I’m here to help.

—Nicole Fuller Psychotherapy Practice, LLC

970-769-2435

http://www.nicolefullerpsychotherapy.com
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