Podcasts about trauma bonded

Open your mouth only if what you are going to say is more beautiful than the silence. Witness the lively discussion and interaction in this episode's live stream via our YouTube link. Delve into the engaging discourse of a couple who consistently highlights the significance of mental health and fitness. Join us in the journey of learning, evolving, and cultivating the best versions of ourselves. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o87NV4QtGAM      

Sarah Westbrook, MS, LPC, NCC, founded Westbrook Counseling Services and Daisy Girl Communications. As a trauma survivor herself, she understands the work that goes into healing. She helps her clients work through their pain to achieve lasting results, laughing along the way to becoming their most authentic selves. As a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and an American Counseling Association (ACA) member, Sarah entered clinical practice as a professional counselor in 2014. With a master of science in mental health counseling from Walden University and focused continued education in Trauma-Informed Therapy, The Gottman Method, DBT, and CBT, she provides individual therapy, couples and family counseling, and weekend psychoeducational training courses. After a dysfunctional and abusive Mormon upbringing, Sarah left the religion and began her journey to heal from c-PTSD and the religious trauma of her childhood. She shares her faith transition, along with advice for healing from toxic cult-like religious systems, on her podcast Unpacking with Sarah, where she offers psychoeducation for parents and caregivers, especially those with behaviorally challenging children. After traveling the US as an Army wife and mother of nine, Sarah and her family settled in central Missouri. In her rare spare time, she loves to read, binge-watch Friends, and hike. She can occasionally be found hiding from her children and eating caramel popcorn in her closet. Learn more at www.daisygirlcommunications.com. Book: Trauma Bonded: A True Story of Navigating Attachments Forged in Complex PTSD available on Amazon Learn more about your host, Kim Lengling www.kimlenglingauthor.com

We have a BRAND new Star Wars show that premiered this past week and we are so excited to experience a new time period, in our favorite galaxy, that hasn't been explored before : The High Republic. The High Republic was a time when the Jedi were at their very best, thriving you could even say. No Sith were around, everyone was singing "Kumbaya," and there were even yellow sabers! There were cross breeds of aliens and humans everywhere you looked, different jedi fashion, and even sabers that whipped it real good (yes there were lightsaber whips, thank you Vernestra Rwoh)    We break down episodes 1 +2, right after we deliver a lot of nerd news. A new Hunger Games prequel, Sabrina Carpenter dropping the hottest soundtrack of Eternals Part II, and more Deadpool news! 

Sarah asks the obvious question: if all these fellas can heal with their hands, wouldn't there be a litany of people with spectacular health in the areas that are deep with LDS members?  Mason and Sarah also delve into the use of the term 'Mormon' in their conversations. They discuss how it relates to their personal experiences and the recent changes in its usage by a certain individual.  We hope this final episode of the priesthood blessings finds you well. We are at a point close to the next evolution of the Daisy Girl journey. As we mentioned last week, we are just getting started together.  Keep your feet on the ground, but always reach for the stars.  DaisyGirlCommunications@gmail.com

"I did not want to be like the people who took Adderall in college!" is what Kendall proclaimed, the day she spoke with her doctor about finally getting on medication for her ADHD, 20 years after her original diagnosis.SummaryIn this conversation, Kendall Mariah discusses her experience with neurodivergency, specifically ADHD. She talks about the challenges she faces with hyper-processing and executive function, as well as the impact of medication on her daily life. Kendall also shares her recent trip to Kansas City and the importance of friendships in the military community. Overall, she emphasizes the need for understanding and support for individuals with ADHD.Keywordsneurodivergency, ADHD, hyper-processing, executive function, medication, challenges, friendships, military community, women with ADHD, ADD, military spouse, Army wifeTakeawaysNeurodivergency, such as ADHD, can manifest differently in individuals and impact various aspects of their lives.Hyper-processing and executive function challenges are common for individuals with ADHD.Medication can provide relief and help manage symptoms of ADHD.Friendships and support from the military community are important for individuals with ADHD.Understanding and accommodations are necessary to support individuals with ADHD.Chapters00:00Navigating Neurodivergence and Family Time02:40Reflections on Friendship and Relationships06:36The Kansas City Trip: Challenges and Revelations08:04The Depth of Military Friendships17:34Navigating Neurodiversity: Understanding ADHD30:10Understanding the Capacity of the ADHD Brain32:57The Decision to Pursue Medication35:34The Impact of Overwhelm and Executive Function Challenges39:40Exploring ADHD Medication: Personal Experience and Perceptions43:15The Importance of Accommodations and Support for ADHDConnect with Kendall:Instagram | Tik Tok | Website | Facebook Group

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We bring you a heartfelt story of the difficulty one has with not having their cherished loved ones allowed to be at their wedding ceremony because of cult-like reasons and a touching tale of two freshly married people taking all of 60 minutes from saying their vows to...crossing the threshold...ahem. What were the reasons? Dear listener, click that play button and see behind the veil!    Tell us about your marriage ceremony. Was it in a Mormon temple? Another religion? City hall? A group wedding in a stadium? Tell us, and let's unpack it.    DaisyGirlCommunications@gmail.com  

What do Mark Harmon and Lisa Kudrow have to do with Mason and Sarah? Really, nothing at all, but they have played characters with names that do. Is it a stretch to make this comparison to pique your curiosity? Yes, it is, but we have to get you to click that play button so we can talk about these things; it is crucial to your mental health and agency.    We want to hear from you! Reach out to DaisyGirlCommunications@Gmail.com and ask us questions; share your experiences with your religion, Mormon or otherwise.   The Temple Sealing...not ceiling.    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zgf5KRvu4Ig   The Stephen Hassan Bite model. Freedom of Mind Resource Center.   https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/bite-model/    

Sarah Westbrook  MS, LPC, NCC - Trauma BondedDivorced: Mormonism/LDSYou never forget your first kiss, your first love…or your first trauma bond. 16-year-old Sarah believed her boyfriend would save her from her dysfunctional home. When her parents discovered that they'd committed the sin of premarital sex, the aftermath left the two teenagers irrevocably bonded in trauma. In today's episode, Sarah speaks plainly about her experiences growing up in a dysfunctional Mormon home and the deep scars of Purity Culture indoctrination.Part memoir, part self-help guide, Trauma Bonded pairs therapist Sarah Westbrook's journey of recovery with mental health insights for overcoming toxic relationships and finding peace after complex post-traumatic stress disorder.Sarah Westbrook, MS, LPC, NCC, is the founder of Westbrook Counseling Services and Daisy Girl Communications. As a survivor of chronic trauma and emotional neglect, Sarah understands the work that goes into healing from c-PTSD. Sarah is the host of the Unpacking Mormonism and Other Religious Trauma and Raising Crazy: Growing Up to Show Up podcasts.FIND SARAH & HER BOOK: www.daisygirlcommunications.com.Support the Divorcing Religion Podcast by becoming a member of the CORT YouTube channel:When you Support this podcast by joining our YouTube membership (starting as low as $3/month) you'll get early access to all of our new content, access to badges and special chat emojis, and more. Every dollar helps so sign up to be a member today by clicking "Join" under the video. Subscribe to the audio-only version here: https://www.divorcing-religion.com/religious-trauma-podcastFollow Janice and the Conference on Religious Trauma on Social Media: Mastodon: JaniceSelbie@mas.toThreads: Wisecounsellor@threads.net Twitter: https://twitter.com/divorcereligionTwitter: https://twitter.com/Wise_counsellorTwitter: https://twitter.com/ComeToCORTFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DivorcingReligionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@janiceselbieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisecounsellor/The Divorcing Religion Podcast is for entertainment purposes only. If you need help with your mental health, please consult a qualified, secular, mental health clinician.Support the show

Please, let's give a special thank you to the Westbrook kiddos for joining Sarah and Mason for today's topic.  What if you were taught that a person's entire salvation (as in going to heaven or hell), a person you had never met and is now, in fact, dead, was dependent on you being baptized for them? You read that right, friend. Do you even have a choice if that were the case? I mean...we are talking hell here. The worst place ever...it's gonna be rough.  From Wikipedia -  Baptism for the dead, vicarious baptism or proxy baptism today commonly refers to the religious practice of baptizing a person on behalf of one who is dead—a living person receiving the rite on behalf of a deceased person. Baptism for the dead is best known as a doctrine of the Latter Day Saint movement, which has practiced it since 1840. It is currently practiced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), where it is performed only in dedicated temples, as well as in several other current factions of the movement. Those who practice this rite view baptism as an essential requirement to enter the Kingdom of God, and therefore practice baptism for the dead to offer it by proxy to those who died without the opportunity to receive it. The LDS Church teaches that those who have died may choose to accept or reject the baptisms done on their behalf. Baptism for the dead is mentioned in (1 Corinthians 15:29) as proof of a physical resurrection, though the exact meaning of the phrase is an open question among scholars. The plainest reading of the Greek text suggests vicarious baptisms performed by the living on behalf of the deceased, but some scholars dispute whether Paul approved of the practice or whether the verse truly refers to an actual physical practice among early Christians.[1] Early heresiologists Epiphanius of Salamis (Panarion 28) and Chrysostom (Homilies 40) attributed the practice respectively to the Cerinthians and to the Marcionites, whom they identified as heretical "Gnostic" groups, while Ambrosiaster and Tertullian affirmed that the practice was legitimate and found among the New Testament Christians (though Tertullian later recanted his original beliefs in his later life as he became associated with Montanism).[2] The practice was forbidden by the Councils of Carthage in the last decade of the fourth century AD, and is therefore not practiced in modern mainstream Christianity, whether Nestorian, Oriental Orthodox, Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, or any traditional Protestant churches.  

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Guess what, we've got temple secrets, yes we do. We've got temple secrets...how about you? We are joined by the dynamic duo of Julia Sanders and American Marvel of Analyzing Mormonism, so you know it's gonna be a party. Click that link and hear about the changes that have occurred with the anointing and the preparation, and wonder how we even got here. Fun fact, the fella who played satan in the old temple entrance video was in the classic 80's movie "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun."    Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma, and Consensual Non-monogamy by Jessica Fern. https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/52569124   We have to ask, how is the head and how is the heart?  DaisyGirlCommunications@gmail.com and let us know.         

When we hear about relationship bonding, we often think about relating to another human in a safe and healthy kind of way. The opposite of that is trauma bonding, where we end up bonding to our person for all the wrong reasons. We end up feeling incredibly attached to someone who ends up harming us.    In these trauma bonds, the victim often feels a strong sense of loyalty to the person who is actually abusing them. They mistake the abuser's behavior for love. These can be heavy words to reconcile with, but the more we're able to call out these patterns of abuse, the more the stigma of feeling stupid/shame will get lifted. We fall into these patterns because they feel comfortable or even addicting to us.    In the beginning, the person who is trying to ‘woo' you can often be incredibly charismatic and appear to be kind or a ‘good person'. However, the relationship can quickly turn sour through manipulation, verbal abuse, and outright hurtful behavior. We then try to regain a bit of those initial feelings by adapting ourselves to seek their once-positive behavior through any means necessary. We have to understand that their initial love-bomb or kindness is not the reality to their actual character, but by then it can feel like it's ‘too late' and you've trauma bonded.    Continue Your Growth Journey: Kaminiwood.com  

In this episode of Relationship Recovery, Kierstyn and Tiffany take a deep dive into the complex topic of trauma bonds. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever questioned their relationship dynamics or felt inexplicably drawn to someone despite the presence of unhealthy patterns.In this episode you'll gain insights into:The science behind trauma bonds… Discover why these bonds are so difficult to break. Your brain gets hooked on the highs of the relationship, releasing feel-good chemicals, and then whipsaws you with the lows, flooding your system with stress hormones. This constant rollercoaster keeps you stuck in a fight-or-flight mode, making it challenging to think clearly and prioritize your own well-being.What types of relationships can be affected… Trauma bonds can form in any type of relationship, including friendships, family ties, and even work environments. You're not alone if you're experiencing this in a non-romantic context.Validation and hope… If you suspect you're caught in a trauma bond, this episode will resonate deeply. You'll receive validation for your experiences and gain valuable tools to begin the healing process.How to break free… Kierstyn and Tiffany offer actionable tips to break the cycle of a trauma bond and prioritize your own well-being.Key Takeaways:Trauma bonds are formed through a complex interplay of brain chemistry and emotional manipulation.They can occur in any type of relationship, not just romantic ones.Recognizing the signs of a trauma bond is the first step to breaking free.Healing is possible with self-compassion, supportive resources, and practical strategies.Do you think you might be in a trauma bond? Check out the resources below the show notes.If you haven't already, please consider rating and reviewing our show. It helps us support more people just like you move toward a healed heart and a more peaceful life. P.S. Don't forget to follow the podcast!Share your experiences and insights in the comments below to help others who might be struggling.EPISODE RESOURCES:Download our brand new app: ⁠⁠RECLAIM YOU! ⁠⁠ Apple iOS store and the Google Play store here:http://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/reclaimyou⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ott.therelationshiprecovery⁠NEED OUR SUPPORT?Book a Discovery Call with us and begin to heal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://therelationshiprecovery.as.me/schedule.php⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Should I Stay or Should I Go Course:uhttps://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/stayorgo⁠⁠Breakup Book of Affirmations:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/product-page/the-breakup-book-of-affirmations ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠//www.instagram.com/therelationshiprecovery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https: //www.tiktok.com/@therelationshiprecovery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https: //www.youtube.com/channel/UC0xaCdQ_S2o5tQ_ZeqeymDQ⁠⁠

In this empowering episode, I sit down with the insightful and compassionate Sarah Westbrook, author of the groundbreaking book 'Trauma Bonded.' Together, we dive into the intricate web of toxic relationships, exploring the deep emotional wounds that result from them and the transformative journey towards healing. Sarah Westbrook, a renowned expert in trauma recovery, shares her personal experiences and profound insights into the complex dynamics of toxic abuse. You will gain a deeper understanding of #TraumaBonding, a powerful yet often misunderstood aspect of toxic relationships. Through Sarah's extensive research and personal anecdotes, she offers invaluable guidance on recognizing, understanding, and ultimately breaking free from the chains of toxic bonds. This episode is a source of hope for anyone navigating the challenging path of healing from toxic abuse. Sarah Westbrook's wisdom shines through as she discusses practical strategies, self-compassion, and her own, very personal journey. The conversation explores the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of self-discovery on the path to healing. Listen in to gain insights that will empower you to reclaim your life, break free from toxic patterns, and embark on a journey of self-love and healing. #BreakingFree #ToxicRelationships #SelfLove #Empowerment #TraumaBonded #TraumaRecovery You can email Sarah Westbrook at: daisygirlcommunications@gmail.com You can find Deborah Ashway at: www.InnerSourceTherapy.com

We welcome Kayla and Jordan back to the show as we continue through our temple series. In this episode, we talk about temple admittance. Chastity, tithing, moral cleanliness, and, of course, you must not support anything contrary to the church.  The Mormon church requires a lot, but according to them, they need you to obey because they want to save your soul from hell and allow you to chill and hang with your family in the afterlife. Unless you are a woman, and then you have to have babies endlessly.  Do you believe in hell? Do you think the afterlife sounds good? Do you want to have babies endlessly as you repopulate your new ethereal plane?  We were hoping you could come sound off at the private FB group because we want to hear from you and understand your point of view.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/unpackingmormonismandotherreligioustrauma

Episode #102: Kimberly & Brian take the kids on their first big trip to Aspen, and it was a doozy! Take a listen on the trials and tribulations and what exactly happened on their family vacation. 

As we hurtle towards the holiday seasons, like a barrel full of metaphors rushing headlong into a relevant meme invoking family meals and awkward holiday scenes...Sarah presents reminders for how to leave space for complex communications that click all the boxes on how to get our amygdalas fired up.    Trauma Bonded is avilable on Audible. Get it friends.    https://www.audible.com/pd/Trauma-Bonded-Audiobook/B0CJRZ1YWS      

Our excellent guest, Kayla, shares how learning the truth about how the Mormon church dealt with tithing, sexual assaults, and gender issues led her to leaving.    Do you feel that Mormonism is a safe place for women to be heard, understood, or to influence change?     Trauma Bonded is available in all book-selling places, and you can even get it on Audible.    https://www.audible.com/pd/Trauma-Bonded-Audiobook/B0CJRZ1YWS        

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No matter your favorite flavor of conspiracy theory, they all tap into parts of your brain that can be very unhealthy if not accompanied by reasoning, compassion, empathy, understanding, and professional help. A great question to start with when...unpacking a narrative: ask yourself, who is the scapegoat. Click that play button, dear listener.    https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2023/06/why-people-believe-conspiracy-theories   https://www.apa.org/news/apa/2020/conspiracy-theories   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conspiracy_theory   @sorryitsjustin, Justin Collette   @Isabella.esler, Isabella Esler    

What do you do when your producer has an odd idea for a show, and your co-host has a scheduling issue? You make lemonade! It's a delicious audio "program-ade," if you will. See, in this example, the lemons are the scheduling issues and the producer's weird idea...and I lost you.    Click the link and enjoy this episode with special guest producer Alex and our beloved and charismatic host, Sarah.    By the way...Trauma Bonded is also available on Audible now, so go get it, dear listener.    https://www.audible.com/pd/Trauma-Bonded-Audiobook/B0CJRZ1YWS    

What's up?! Mason ponders if he would have enjoyed Beetlejuice before he left the Mormon church, and we learn that he can't start the show without his beloved Rubik's cube.    Forward this clip to your friends, tell us how you felt about Beetlejuice or this show clip, or perhaps you want to tell us how your head and heart are?    Trauma Bonded is available on Amazon and Audible. Go get it, dear listeners.    https://a.co/d/0zySOvl

Chloe Burns graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in Film & amp; Media Studies. After graduating, Chloe wrote, produced, and acted in TheAdventures of Botfly, an award-winning web series, and the short film, The Thing About Miller House, which showed at film festivals throughout Kansas City. In 2021, Burns founded Bull Skull Productions, under which she produced the short documentaryThe Wallace Project, and the six-episode web series Trauma Bonded.As an actress, she has been featured in roles at the University of Southern California and the ArtCenter College of Design. She has studied at Warner Loughlin Studios and Lesly Kahn Studios in Los Angeles, and uses writing and producing to explore complexstories and create challenging, dynamic roles for herself.

Dr. Emily Bashah is an author and licensed psychologist with a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. Dr. Bashah was awarded the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues Policy Fellowship and served within the American Psychological Association's Public Interest Government Relations Office in Washington, D.C.    Book:   Addictive Ideologies: Finding Meaning and Agency when Politics Fail You     Optimistic American Podcast:   https://www.optamerican.com     Relevant Podcasts:   Parenting Types: How both attachment and anti-fragility are important to your child's success     Triple the chance of your child becoming a successful adult and avoiding dangerous influences     How to exercise your civic responsibility without becoming an extremist     Worksheets:   Helping People Addicted to an Extreme Ideology     What Causes Violence and Extremism in Children, and What Parents Can Do to Help     Raising Children With Agency     Cognitive Blindspots  

Who doesn't love an awkward silence? Please tell us how you are doing and what you think of our truth-telling episodes. We have a conspiracy theories series on the horizon and will also look at addictive ideologies. 

In this podcast episode, I want to talk about something that many of us can relate to. Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you constantly try to keep the peace, always making sure your partner is okay and avoiding any conflicts? You might feel like you're walking on eggshells, nervous about expressing your true thoughts and feelings because you fear it will lead to arguments or you being perceived as the "bad guy."It's crucial to understand that the primary aim of any relationship should never be solely about keeping the peace. While I recognize that safety can be a significant concern in some relationships, constantly suppressing your needs and desires to maintain harmony can lead to a state of trauma bonding. This is an unhealthy pattern where you become hypersensitive to your partner's reactions, always seeking their approval while trying to avoid criticism.This podcast episode delves into the complexity of trauma-bonded relationships, where you find yourself sacrificing your true identity to please your partner. Over time, this can erode your sense of self, leaving you feeling hollow and empty when you finally break free.The episode emphasizes the importance of prioritizing your safety, both physically and emotionally, while recognizing that keeping the peace should not be a long-term strategy. Once safety is established, the journey to rediscovering your true self begins, enabling you to have healthier relationships moving forward.If you resonate with these insights or have thoughts to share, please reach out to the podcast host and provide feedback or questions. This episode aims to shed light on the challenges of maintaining peace at all costs and offers guidance on finding a path to true safety and self-discovery within relationships.If you're looking to improve your relationships, solve relationship problems, heal trauma bonding, or are surviving infidelity, please reach out! I'm on  Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy www.healtraumabonding.comSupport the showSet yourself up for relationship success. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be.Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship success.LinkedIn Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy Website www.healtraumabonding.com

Trigger warning, we play clips from Jodi and Ruby that discuss rape, social media turning people gay, how mobile phones are more dangerous than guns and how you should hate your therapist...or something.   Shout out to Julia and America from Analyzing Mormonism for lining up the content for today's show.    https://analyzingmormonism.podbean.com/          

When a partner communicates experiences or needs, do you find yourself reacting, perhaps lecturing or correcting rather than validating their emotions with empathy? It is time to consult an expert, and it is likely, even overdue, to heal some wounds.    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.    DaisyGirlCommunications@Gmail.com    

In this podcast episode, we're diving into the topic of vulnerability leading to trauma-bonded relationships, and it's a crucial issue we all need to be aware of. Many people fail to connect the dots between their past experiences, upbringing, and how they find themselves in toxic, trauma-bonded relationships. Often, individuals enter these relationships without realizing it until it's too late.The vulnerability to trauma bonding can be traced back to one's upbringing and early attachments. Our subconscious beliefs and thoughts are deeply ingrained by the age of six or seven, shaping how we interact with others and the kind of relationships we seek as adults. If you grew up with conditional love and the belief that you must meet others' expectations to be worthy of affection, you may become a people-pleaser in adulthood.Trauma-bonded relationships often start with the "love bombing" phase, where you feel cherished and seen. This intense attention can be addictive, especially if you've longed for it due to your earlier conditioning. As the relationship progresses, you may experience criticism, manipulation, and gaslighting, which further erodes your self-worth. You begin to believe that you're only good enough when someone else validates you.This cycle makes you perpetually hooked on seeking validation and approval from others. You may reject healthy relationships and gravitate toward those that feel familiar, even if they are toxic. Breaking free from trauma bonds requires rewiring your subconscious mind, changing neural pathways, and being open to healthier, albeit unfamiliar, relationships.It's essential to recognize that comfort doesn't necessarily equate to familiarity, and taking steps to change can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships. So, consider exploring the unknown and embracing the potential for genuine love and happiness.If you're looking to improve your relationships, solve relationship problems, heal trauma bonding, or are surviving infidelity, please reach out! I'm on  Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy www.healtraumabonding.comSupport the showSet yourself up for relationship success. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be.Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship success.LinkedIn Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy Website www.healtraumabonding.com

Some might call it a blatant attempt at clicks, plays, and shares. We call it a clear and conspicuous call to make better choices.    Happy Friday, we made it. Now tell us how you feel about Monday's upcoming topic, "Men are NOT toxic." DaisyGirlCommunications@Gmail.com    

Dear listener, step inside our aural house; there is plenty of room for all of you. Now let's meet Sarah's fellow band geek, Shelly, and listen to three great friends (and Mason in the background) discuss the differences in how the Mormon community and our country handled teenage pregnancy and matters of sexuality in the past and present. Bonus, loads of talk about making out with microphones.    Getting a copy of Trauma Bonded these days is like trying to buy a Furbie back in 1998.    https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Bonded-Navigating-Attachments-Complex-ebook/dp/B0C9K6XNHS    

Welcome to our show, Sarah's BFF - "Zoe." This episode is a dive into how Zoe felt about her portrayal in the book and how accurate Sarah was in her accounts of the events that Sarah wrote about in Trauma Bonded and yes there are spoilers from the book.    What's Trauma Bonded? I am so glad you asked. Sraah's first book is out, and you can order it from Amazon; the demand is outpacing the supply at this point, which is both exciting and slightly frustrating, like life or a line at a new roller coaster.  https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Bonded-Navigating-Attachments-Complex-ebook/dp/B0C9K6XNHS   Dear listener, we would LOVE it if you joined our Facebook group.   https://www.facebook.com/groups/unpackingmormonismandotherreligioustrauma   Or you can check us out on TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@dgcsarahwestbrook/video/7275051553411566891       Or you can catch us on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLwxhOGfI9QWo40uHBgS8nw   Or if old-school media is your thing, pick up a copy of Sarah's book.    https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Bonded-Navigating-Attachments-Complex-ebook/dp/B0C9K6XNHS  

Dear listener. On Monday, we pause our truth-telling series and take an episode to talk to one of the most critical people in Sarah's life, someone featured in Trauma Bonded. You know how we do; this is a taste of that show to whet the aural appetite for information and mental health education.  Today, dear listener, our big ask is to review our show. Be honest, be authentic, and be polite. Bonus points if you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or TikTok.    https://www.tiktok.com/@dgcsarahwestbrook/video/7275051553411566891   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLwxhOGfI9QWo40uHBgS8nw   https://www.facebook.com/groups/unpackingmormonismandotherreligioustrauma        

A very short story about the day that Mason proposed to Sarah. Full episode drops on Monday.    While your here, Sarah's first book Trauma Bonded is now available, get your copy.    https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Bonded-Navigating-Attachments-Complex-ebook/dp/B0C9K6XNHS            

Today we finish up our annual 6-week summer rebroadcast series. We'll return next week, September 12th with all new episodes for Season 13. A reminder that during this rebroadcast series, our friends of the show, Elly and T have been releasing a companion podcast called Trauma Bonded, where they discuss and dissect each episode of This Is Actually Happening. So check them out if you haven't already, as they will continue releasing new episodes alongside the show as the new season begins next week. Today's rebroadcast episode was one of the most powerful and personally impactful episodes for me and for the show itself. Titled “What if you entered the Void?” it follows the unbelievable journey of Dexter Booth and originally aired as episode 158 on July 28th, 2020.A man suffering the deep generational traumas of poverty, racism, abuse and mental illness finds transformative power in an ancient plant medicine.Producer: Whit MissildineToday's episode featured Dexter L. Booth. Dexter is the author of the poetry collection, Scratchingthe Ghost from Graywolf Press, which won the 2012 Cave Canem Poetry Prize, as well as the chapbook Rhapsody from Etchings Press. Booth's poems have been included in the anthologies The Best American Poetry 2015, The Burden of Light: Poems on Illness and Loss, The Golden Shovel Anthology honoring Gwendolyn Brooks, and Furious Flower: Seeding the Future of African American Poetry. He is a professor in the Ashland University MFA program and a residential faculty member at Paradise Valley Community College where he teaches poetry and English composition. You can find out more about Dexter, his writing and teaching by following him on Instagram@dexter_two_omelettes, or on Facebook or Twitter. You can find his books Scratching the Ghost and Rhapsody on Bookshop.org, Amazon, or wherever books are sold.Social Media: Instagram: @actuallyhappeningWebsite: www.thisisactuallyhappening.comSupport the Show: Support The Show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/happeningEngage with the Community: Join the This Is Actually Happening Discussion Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/201783687561039/Shop at the Store: The This Is Actually Happening online store is now officially open. Follow this link: www.actuallyhappeningstore.com to access branded t-shirts, posters, stickers and more from the shop. Content/Trigger Warnings: domestic abuse, mental illness, suicide, explicit languageIntro Music: "Illabye" – TipperMusic Bed: “Union Flow” - SpunticOutro Music: "The Moon is Down" - El Diablo & Adam Schraft (Rojo y Negro) @eldiablosf @rojo-y-negro www.eldiablobass.com/ ServicesIf you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast episode, I talk about the differences between being in love and being in a trauma-bonded relationship. I highlight five key factors to help you distinguish between the two:Extreme Highs and Lows: In a trauma-bonded relationship, there are massive highs followed by sudden plummeting lows. These extreme fluctuations indicate a trauma bond. Healthy love, on the other hand, involves a narrower range of emotions and a more balanced middle ground.Mature vs. Immature Love: Immature love focuses on needing the other person for validation and completeness, while mature love centers around genuinely wanting the person because of who they are. The former leads to a trauma bond, whereas the latter signifies genuine love.Attachment vs. Connection: Attachment entails integrating the partner into one's own identity, causing constant anxiety and fear of abandonment. Connection involves acknowledging the partner's qualities and choosing to connect without a fear-driven attachment.Acceptance of Flaws: In a trauma-bonded relationship, flaws are hidden or ignored to preserve the relationship's potential. True love acknowledges flaws and accepts them as part of the person's entirety.Physiological State: A trauma-bonded relationship creates a constant state of heightened anxiety, exhaustion, and stress. In healthy love, there's a sense of security and stability even during disagreements or challenges.Let me know how you get on with these and I hope you find them helpful!You can find me on Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy or www.healtraumabonding.comSupport the showSet yourself up for relationship success. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be.Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship success.LinkedIn Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy Website www.healtraumabonding.com

We know that you know that September 4th is the world premiere of Season 2 of UM, but did you remember that we will also be dropping a special BONUS with a B episode on September 6th to celebrate the official release of Sarah's first book and to commemorate The September Six? Did ya? Huh? Well, now you know. 

On the contrary to what people believe, you do not stay in a trauma bonded relationship because you're "stupid" or "don't deserve better". You stay because your subconscious mind is activated and creates all of the reasons why you should stay. Here are 3 big reasons that your mind is telling you why it is better for you to stay, than to leave.Firstly, people stay in these relationships because of a misguided sense of safety. Although the relationship itself feels threatening and anxiety-inducing, cognitive dissonance kicks in, making you believe it's safer to stay than face the unknown aftermath of leaving. Additionally, physiological responses to chronic stress leads to a reliance on the familiarity of the relationship, misinterpreting it as safety.Secondly, codependency plays a significant role. Subconsciously, we are attracted to people who validate beliefs we hold about ourselves = e.g. if we believe we are not good enough, we end up being attracted to others who mirror this to us. This unhealthy dependency reinforces the toxic cycle, leaving them unable to break free.Lastly, staying in such relationships is driven by the fear of loss and grief. The longer you invest in the relationship, the harder it becomes to detach, as you have given so much of yourself, hoping for validation and affection in return. Leaving would mean acknowledging the immense loss and accepting the hollow version of yourself created during the relationship.By becoming aware of these patterns and the impact, you can make empowered choices for your wellbeing. Step out of the relationship, gain awareness, and re-evaluating what truly serves your inner being. Breaking free from the trauma-bonded cycle opens the door to a healthier, fulfilling life.Thank you for joining me. You can reach me on Instagram at @dr.sarahalsawy or on www.healtraumabonding.comI look forward to seeing you on your healing journey!Support the showSet yourself up for relationship success. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be.Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship success.LinkedIn Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy Website www.healtraumabonding.com

Today we begin our annual 6-week summer rebroadcast series. We'll be on hiatus starting today and will return with all new episodes starting September 12th. Also, a reminder, last week our friends of the show Elly and T started their own companion podcast, called Trauma Bonded where they discuss and dissect This Is Actually Happening episodes. They'll be releasing new episodes throughout the break and throughout next season as well, so check out Trauma Bonded if you want a deeper dive into the show. Today's rebroadcast episode “What if your son stabbed your daughter?” originally aired as episode 128 on March 19th, 2019.Escaping a dysfunctional family background and finally raising a wonderful family of her own, a woman's son commits a shocking crime that throws everything into chaos. Producer: Whit MissildineEditor: Nigel CoutinhoSocial Media: Instagram: @actuallyhappeningWebsite: www.thisisactuallyhappening.comSupport the Show: Support The Show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/happeningEngage with the Community: Join the This Is Actually Happening Discussion Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/201783687561039/Shop at the Store: The This Is Actually Happening online store is now officially open. Follow this link: www.actuallyhappeningstore.com to access branded t-shirts, posters, stickers and more from the shop. Content/Trigger Warnings: explicit languageIntro Music: ""Illabye" – TipperMusic Bed: Ambient Themes by Nigel CoutinhoOutro Music: "The Moon is Down" - El Diablo & Adam Schraft (Rojo y Negro) @eldiablosf @rojo-y-negro www.eldiablobass.com/ ServicesIf you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma or mental illness, please refer to the following resources:National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-6264National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)Crisis Text Line: Within the US, text HOME to 741741See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This podcast talks about why you're still feeling trauma bonded to the narcissist. For email or phone coaching go to https://askyaz.wixsite.com/thegameexposed. To ask a quick question and get a personalized video back: https://www.wisio.com/The_GameEXPOSED. Read my books free with amazon kindle free trial: “Regain Your Power” on Amazon

Today I talk about 10 red flags  you better watch out for that are signs of a trauma bonded relationship:1. Pace of the relationship - trauma bonded relationship tends to move super fast particularly due to the love bombing stage; while a stable relationship that is healthy in love moves at a slower and consistent pace.2. Communication is difficult - the person who is an empath mutes themselves and is quieter, not sharing their needs and wants; while the person who is critical and abusive (and holds narcissistic traits) is more attacking in communication.3. You start doubting your reality - this is caused due to being gaslit by your partner.4. Your partner is criticising and attacking you.5. You justify and defend their behaviours especially when they are harmful and hurtful for you. You justify their behaviours by accepting blame or by minimising how hurtful they were.6. You always think about your partner and you fantasise about what life is like with them, only seeing it through rose-tinted glasses 7. You want to help them, and because you're the empath you want to care for the vulnerable side of your partner (even when they're attacking you).8. You do not want to leave the relationship - you feel that this relationship is the be all and end all.9. You cover up their bad behaviour and pretend it is not happening due to fears that your friends and family will try to tell you to leave the relationship.10. You do not share parts of yourself, how you feel or your true experiences for fear you will be rejected or criticised.If this is resonating with you and you're looking for free resources or support - please get in touch www.healtoxicrelationships.comI'm on instagram @dr.sarahalsawySupport the showSet yourself up for relationship success. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be.Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship success.LinkedIn Dr Sarah Alsawy-Davies Instagram @dr.sarahalsawy Website www.healtraumabonding.com

In this episode, Kerry and Tara share the initial signs they had broken the trauma bond with their exes. Intense connections get formed with toxic partners and family members that can be very controlling. Breaking them is an essential part of healing. And today's self-help tip is using your observational power to recall possible consequences of any potential action as a personal boundary. References: Betrayal Bonds: Breaking Free of Exploitative Relationships by Patrick CarnesBreaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Season 1 Episode 64: I think I'm trauma bonded. Now what? How do I start my healing?Follow Kerry and Tara on Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube, and Facebook: Kerry's accounts & Tara's accounts.Are you looking for community support after narcissistic abuse? Become a member of Dr. Kerry McAvoy's exclusive group, Toxic-Free Relationship Club!Want to read a true story of narcissistic abuse? LOVE YOU MORE: The Harrowing Tale of Lies, Sex Addiction, & Double Cross. Available here at the following online stores.Seeking help? Book a coaching session with Tara.Reclaim & Recover: Heal from Toxic Relationships with a 7-Step Guided Journal. Get the Journal on Amazon.Consider donating the cost of a cup of coffee to support this podcast! Leave us a review and let us know what you think about the podcast; send an email to hello@breakingfreewithkerrytara.comMore available at kerrymcavoyphd.comAs an Amazon affiliate, commissioned is earned from qualifying purchasesSupport the show

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This week I discuss my TRAUMAS, dive into the demise of RHONY, and give my Summer House analysis. Truly in my historian girl era. Enjoy!  My "SCANDOVAL" merch! https://shop.hurrdatmedia.com/collections/hot-off-the-mess   1:56 - Ruby's Poop Story A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flashback Episode of The Father Time Podcast with Jamie KalerJohn Preston is a Concore Entertainment recording artist and full time firefighter. John was a Marine Corps field wireman from 2000 to 2004 achieving the rank of Sergeant in his 4 years of service. John was with Second Battalion Seventh Marines (2/7) and served as a mission squad leader for 2/7 H&S running over 100 combat missions while in theatre.John began his music career while in Iraq writing his song "Good Good America" which became an overnight success and gave John his first shot at the music industry signing a record deal upon his return from Iraq. The song and video inspired by Iraqi school children was a national media topic and was viewed hundreds of thousands of times in 2004.John returned to the music industry in 2014 signing with Pacific Records and quickly releasing his first single "this IS war" in October of 2014. The song also became a national media topic when the Marine veteran made a call to action to veterans across the nation to stand against ISIS which had just made a surge through Syria and Iraq. The music video had thousands of views and secured John a second release with Pacific Records.Just one month later, John released his Los Angeles Music Awards nominated EP "Your War is Over" and again took to the media. This time the topic was very different. John and two Marine bandmates had released a veterans tribute album that he referred to as being for us by us. John highlighted veterans' struggles with Post Traumatic Stress and suicide and took the fight public with several TV and radio appearances across the United States. John and Pacific Records partnered with Boot Campaign and donated 30% of album sales to help combat PTSD. John and his band took to the road and raised thousands of dollars up and down the coast of California for several different veteran charities all while never accepting any payment and giving all proceeds from the events back to the cause.Still receiving accolades and media for his "Your War is Over" EP, John took to the studio again and in September of 2015 released in the Top 100 New Alternative Albums chart with his second EP "Day to Night." With this EP, John told the story of a Marine he was connected to that was killed on his last day of combat. Again, John took to the media continuing with his fight against PTSD, veteran suicide, and also reminding the people of America that the country is still at war. The album was released on the one year anniversary of the death of the Marine for whom he had written the song. John's video for Day to Night has had hundreds of thousands of views. Rather than celebrate his success, John continued to play charity events and do media all over the country now becoming a national advocate against veteran suicide.John's life took a turn of tragic irony when in January of 2016 John's own brother fell victim to post traumatic stress and took his own life. The passing of his brother was enough to make him consider ending his career, but has instead fueled his hard work and passion and his new single "superman falls" on a compilation album titled Battlecry: Songs of America's Heroes. Preston Executive produced the album and was the driving force which saw the album reach #21 on the iTunes rock charts and continues to spread not only through the veteran community but the mainstream.John signed with Concore Entertainment/ Universal Music Group and his single "before I am gone" started pre-release worldwide on September 5th and will release October 17th with John donating 100% of his sales profit to Stop Soldier Suicide."We are taking our message to the public and today we tell the mainstream that we are here and we are loud. The perception of the broken veteran is a myth that we refuse to buy into. My music is about our lives and the real battles we have and continue to fight: on and off the battlefield. We are here

Flashback Episode of The Father Time Podcast with Jamie KalerOne of the best things about doing this podcast is reaching out to some of my favorite comics/dads to come chat. And this week's one. Greg Behrendt is most notable for being a best selling author of the national phenomenon, "She's Just Not That Into You" which became a movie of the same name. He was a consultant on "Sex and the City" and "Committed", and he's done stand up on almost every late night show including The Tonight Show, Conan, and The Colbert Report. He even had his own talk show called, you guessed it, "The Greg Behrendt Show" . When I first moved to Los Angeles, he was one of the crushers that you would see around town at Largo, UnCabaret and all the other packed shows where the best comics in town would just destroy. I LOVED his act. He would kill. So glad he brought his brand of humor to Father Time. He's a great dad and really funny. Hope you enjoy!You can catch more of Greg Behrendt at: https://stevetrevino.com/On Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/itsgreggers/https://gregorybehrendt.com/You can catch The Parent's Lounge live every Tuesday Night 10pm EST/7pm PST at:https://www.facebook.com/theparentslounge#theparentslounge #gregbehrendt #hesjustnotthatintoyou #comedycentral #parentingpodcast #jamiekaler #jasongowin #katemulligan #comedians #parentingadvice #funnyparents #hilarious #cohosts #Itscalledabreakupbecauseitsbroken #tiktokcomedy #marriageadvice #dadlife #standupcomedy #parentinghumorJamie Kaler's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamiekaler/Jason Gowin's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jasongowin/Kate Mulligan's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katestmomever/The Parent's Lounge TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theparentsloungeshowTags: The Parent's LoungeDadpocalypseThe DadlandsFather Time

This podcast talks about when you're trauma bonded to the narcissist. Why can't you leave the narcissist? Are you seeing the narcissist for who they are? How to break free from the narcissist. For email or phone coaching go to https://askyaz.wixsite.com/thegameexposed To ask a quick question and get a personalized video back: https://www.wisio.com/The_GameEXPOSED. Read my books free with amazon kindle free trial: “Regain Your Power” on Amazon

Trauma bonds occur in narcissistic relationships. Intermittent validation, invalidation, gaslighting, and isolation are ways in which trauma bonds occur. Narcissists will draw a target in with flattery and mirroring and eventually begin to devalue them through mind games like gaslighting. Signs of a trauma bond are often deflected by a victim of narcissistic abuse, making it challenging to end toxic relationships. In this episode, Lisa A. Romano, Codependency and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach, explains the ins and outs of trauma bonding.  To gain access to many of Lisa's online courses, workbooks, and more, visit;https://www.lisaaromano.com/breakthrough-warrior-membership  

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