Podcasts about trauma responses

Most women CEOs don't realize they're operating from trauma responses because the behaviors often feel productive, familiar, and completely justified.  In fact, many of the patterns that create the most friction at higher levels are the very same ones that helped them succeed, achieve, and earn approval earlier in life.  This episode will help you recognize how these patterns quietly shape leadership, decision-making, growth, and day-to-day business experience, and why so many smart, capable women unknowingly build businesses around them. You'll also discover: How seemingly positive traits like perfectionism, independence, and being 'easy to work with' can create growth ceilings at higher levels Why smart, capable women often optimize around patterns instead of resolving the thing actually creating the drag The powerful shifts that happen when you stop treating your reactions as reality, and start recognizing them as patterns Why the issue often isn't strategy, intelligence, or capability, but an invisible operating system shaping how you lead, decide, communicate, and grow Press play to understand the invisible operating system shaping your business, and what becomes possible when you finally step outside the fishbowl. Work With Jenna: The Clarity Accelerator Mastermind — If you want to be surrounded by other visionary entrepreneurs while rapidly aligning your business to the conditions and strategies that let you thrive and excel naturally, this intimate mastermind will stretch you into your next level. Schedule your call today here or visit this page to find out more. Private Coaching — If you're craving the highest level of support, strategy, and partnership to create all the freedom, impact, and success you're designed for, this is the space for it. Schedule you call today here.   Find Jenna on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theuncommonway/  The Uncommon Way is a leadership and business podcast for ambitious women entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders who are scaling companies and expanding their influence. Hosted by business and leadership coach Jenna Harrison, the show explores how power, authority, and leadership capacity shape business growth. Episodes focus on founder leadership evolution, decision-making, team development and stability, and the systemic and strategic shifts that allow companies to scale without overwhelming the person leading them. This podcast is especially relevant for women navigating: • Business growth and scaling challenges • Increasing leadership responsibility • Team expansion and higher-stakes decisions • Founder authority and executive presence • Identity and leadership evolution during scaling The Uncommon Way approaches growth differently. Not through hustle, constant self-optimization, or endless inner work, but by upgrading leadership structures, strengthening decisions, and expanding the capacity required to run the company you're building. Topics include: • Founder leadership capacity expansion • Decision-making at higher levels of responsibility • Authority and power dynamics inside scaling businesses • Structural business leadership • Founder psychology and identity shifts during growth • Sustainable scaling and operational clarity Whether you're an experienced founder, a rising leader, or building something that's starting to matter at a bigger level, this podcast helps you access more power and lead accordingly.  

In this episode of the Sacred Window Podcast, Christine Eck sits down with writer and speaker Lauren Tobey for a deeply honest conversation about nervous system healing, trauma responses, identity shifts, and the spiral nature of transformation.Together, they explore what happens when life dismantles the roles and identities we once relied upon — through divorce, burnout, postpartum, grief, career changes, or spiritual awakening — and how healing asks us to meet ourselves with compassion rather than perfection.Lauren shares her Spiral Framework, a trauma-informed lens that helps us understand healing not as a straight line, but as a cyclical and embodied process. Christine weaves in reflections from Ayurveda, conscious caregiving, and the sacred postpartum window, offering a grounded and nourishing perspective on regulation, safety, and self-trust.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt exhausted from trying to “fix” themselves, anyone navigating transition, or anyone longing to feel more connected to their body, their truth, and their inner steadiness.Inside this conversation, we explore:• Why healing is rarely linear• The connection between trauma responses and nervous system survival patterns• How perfectionism, control, over-functioning, and shutdown develop as protective strategies• What nervous system regulation actually means• The role of embodiment in trauma healing• Why community and safe relationships matter for regulation• The postpartum window as a portal for healing and transformation• Creating new neural pathways through presence and compassionate awareness• Returning to ourselves beneath survival patterns and social rolesThis conversation is a gentle reminder that healing is not about becoming someone new.It is about learning how to walk the spiral with greater tenderness, awareness, and trust.Connect with us:-Begin your own journey into nourishment and postpartum wisdom:https://sacredwindowstudies.com/free-...-Are you feeling the call to know more about Conscious Postpartum Care?Reach out! ⁠Schedule a time with Christine⁠ to find out how this work can transform your care business or provide a meaningful career path.Here is the ⁠link⁠ to our free class@‌sacredwindowstudiesJoin our ⁠Facebook Group⁠Podcast Music is Composed by Sara Emmitt, graduate of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. You can hear more of Sara's incredible music at www.saraemmitt.com.

What if some of the things you call "leadership style" or "business strategy"… are actually protection patterns? Well-meaning CEOs typically believe they're building their business around their values or vision. But many entrepreneurs are unknowingly building around something else entirely: a pattern that began long before starting their business. This episode pulls back the curtain on how trauma responses quietly shape communication, pricing, delegation, decision-making, team dynamics, and more, and why so many capable founders end up optimizing for patterns that are undercutting results. In this episode, you'll discover: How trauma responses become baked into pricing, marketing, delegation, and team dynamics The shift that helped one CEO stop over-explaining and how it changed the way her entire team operated How to tell when you're optimizing a protection pattern instead of actually resolving it Press play for a clean look at what might actually be running the show in your business, and a path towards your cleanest, most intentional leadership.   Links Mentioned: Sign up for a Clarity & Results Roadmap session with Jenna to get clear on  1) the ways your own patterns have become baked into business operations and  2) the roadmap for reinventing yourself and your business intentionally. Work With Jenna: Decisions on Demand — A practical mini-course designed to help you make cleaner, higher-quality choices,  the kind that unlock momentum, authority, and follow-through. The framework mirrors decision-making principles used in high-stakes environments, adapted for real life and business. The Clarity Accelerator Mastermind — If you want to be surrounded by other visionary entrepreneurs while rapidly aligning your business to the conditions and strategies that let you thrive and excel naturally, this intimate mastermind will stretch you into your next level. Schedule your call today here or visit this page to find out more. Private Coaching — If you're craving the highest level of support, strategy, and partnership to create all the freedom, impact, and success you're designed for, this is the space for it. Schedule you call today here.   Find Jenna on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theuncommonway/  The Uncommon Way is a leadership and business podcast for ambitious women entrepreneurs, founders, and leaders who are scaling companies and expanding their influence. Hosted by business and leadership coach Jenna Harrison, the show explores how power, authority, and leadership capacity shape business growth. Episodes focus on founder leadership evolution, decision-making, team development and stability, and the systemic and strategic shifts that allow companies to scale without overwhelming the person leading them. This podcast is especially relevant for women navigating: • Business growth and scaling challenges • Increasing leadership responsibility • Team expansion and higher-stakes decisions • Founder authority and executive presence • Identity and leadership evolution during scaling The Uncommon Way approaches growth differently. Not through hustle, constant self-optimization, or endless inner work, but by upgrading leadership structures, strengthening decisions, and expanding the capacity required to run the company you're building. Topics include: • Founder leadership capacity expansion • Decision-making at higher levels of responsibility • Authority and power dynamics inside scaling businesses • Structural business leadership • Founder psychology and identity shifts during growth • Sustainable scaling and operational clarity Whether you're an experienced founder, a rising leader, or building something that's starting to matter at a bigger level, this podcast helps you access more power and lead accordingly.  

What if heartbreak isn't just about what happened to you—but what it reveals about what you believe about yourself? At its core, heartbreak isn't just about loss. It's about the meaning your mind and body begin to make of that loss—especially when it touches something older. Rejection, betrayal, and disappointment have a way of surfacing deeper questions about who we are… and whether we are still worthy of love. If you've ever found yourself asking, why does this hurt so much more than it should?… this conversation between Dr. Alison Cook and Dr. Peace Amadi will help you begin to understand why—and what healing might look like. You'll explore: Why rejection can feel deeply personal… even when it isn't The hidden beliefs heartbreak can quietly bring to the surface Why certain patterns in your life keep getting replayed How past wounds can shape your present reactions What happens to your faith when pain doesn't make sense Where healing begins when nothing feels resolved yet This conversation offers a compassionate, faith-rooted path forward—helping you make sense of what's been stirred up within you, and gently move toward a deeper sense of peace. More Resources: Check out Dr. Peace Amadi's brand new book, The Wholehearted Way: Finding Peace After Life's Heartbreaks, Disappointments, and Rejections Connect further with @dralisoncook on Instagram Want to go deeper? Join 80,000+ soul menders in our email community and receive weekly reflections and gentle practices here.  If you liked this episode, then you'll love: Episode 200: Trauma, Safety, and Healing—3 Trauma Responses + 4 Ways to Restore Trust Episode 179: Building Wise Trust - How to Protect Your Heart Without Closing It Off Episode 188: The Healing Power of Safe People (Not Just Safe Spaces)

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen wrap up their trauma response mini-series with a deep dive into the fawn response, the often-overlooked survival strategy rooted in people-pleasing and conflict avoidance. While many people are familiar with fight or flight, fawning happens when your nervous system moves quickly to smooth things over, keep the peace, and protect the connection.They explore how the fawn response can look like saying yes too fast, minimizing your needs, avoiding conflict, or feeling resentful after people-pleasing. Em and Jen break down how fawning develops, why culture rewards it, and how it can slowly lead to self-abandonment and shaky intimacy if left unchecked.Listener questions cover the difference between genuine flexibility and fawning, how to practice assertiveness without triggering your nervous system, what to do when someone is fawning to you, and how resentment signals crossed boundaries.Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 5 minutes to skip the intro and get straight to today's content.⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:AG1: Go to DRINKAG1.com/SHRINKCHICKS to get an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3+K2 for FREE in your AG1 Welcome Kit with your first AG1subscription orderAir Doctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code SHRINKCHICKS to get UP TO $300 off todayQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderGreenChef: Head to Greenchef.com/50shrinkchicks and use code 50shrinkchicks to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shippingPique Life: Unlock 20% off and establish your powerful foundation for sustained well-being at Piquelife.com/shrinkchicksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen continue their trauma response series with a deep dive into the flight response: what it is, how it shows up, and why it can feel so productive while still being avoidant. Unlike fight or freeze, flight often looks subtle in daily life: staying busy, overworking, changing the subject, scrolling, researching, or emotionally distancing when things feel intense.They explore how the flight response is a nervous system survival strategy, why society often rewards it, and how it can quietly prevent intimacy, resolution, and emotional depth. Listener questions cover flight during conflict, overworking as avoidance, the urge to fix instead of feel, and how avoidant attachment patterns often overlap with flight behaviors.Em and Jen also discuss why unhealthy coping feels better in the moment, how collective trauma keeps our nervous systems activated, and how understanding your response helps you make choices aligned with your values, not just your survival instincts.Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 6 minutes to skip the intro and get straight to today's content.⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:AG1: Go to DRINKAG1.com/SHRINKCHICKS to get their best offer, and for a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription orderAir Doctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code SHRINKCHICKS to get UP TO $300 off todayQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderGreenChef: Right now, go to GreenChef.com/shrinkchicksgraza and use code shrinkchicksgraza to get started with 50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxesPique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/shrinkchicksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's podcast introduces an additional fast for those on the healing path during Great and Holy Lent. This fast will not add burdens or hardships, but quite the opposite, will bring greater peace. We can use this lenten season to unlearn old habits and create new experiences and memories. This additional fast will help bring greater meaning to bright week and the space of the empty tomb.

Ever wonder why you can't seem to “just do the thing” in your business—even when you know what to do? This episode with trauma healing coach Sara Miley will blow your mind. We unpack why common coaching struggles like imposter syndrome, burnout, black-and-white thinking, and people-pleasing are often unprocessed trauma responses—not mindset issues. Sara breaks down Internal Family Systems (IFS) in a way that makes sense for your coaching practice and your own healing. If your nervous system is tired, your confidence feels fragile, or you're over functioning just to feel safe, this is your episode. ➤ Learn more about Sara Miley: saramiley.com ➤ Follow her on Instagram: @CoachSaraMiley  ➤ Take the Endotype Quiz https://www.endotype.com

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen continue their trauma response series with a deep dive into the fight response: what it is, why it develops, and how it shows up in everyday life. Often misunderstood and heavily judged, the fight response is a nervous system survival strategy rooted in mobilization, power, and protection.They explore how fight can look like anger, defensiveness, control, irritability, or needing to win, especially for people who learned early on that being loud or strong was the only way to be heard. Em shares how fight shows up in her own body, why it's often reinforced by systems that reward dominance, and how neglecting basic needs can lower the threshold for activation.Listener questions focus on recognizing when you're in a fight state, coming down from it in real time, and unlearning the belief that conflict is the only path to safety. Em and Jen offer practical tools for regulating the body, slowing conversations, and building new relational pathways without shaming a response that once served a purpose.Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 4:30 to skip the intro and get straight to today's content.⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:AG1: Go to DRINKAG1.com/SHRINKCHICKS to get their best offer, and for a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription orderBobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babiesQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderGreenChef: Right now, go to GreenChef.com/shrinkchicksgraza and use code shrinkchicksgraza to get started with 50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxesDavid Protein: David is offering our listeners a special deal: buy 4 cartons and get the 5th free when you go to davidprotein.com/SHRINKCHICKSOlive & June: Visit OliveandJune.com/SHRINKCHICKS for 20% off your first SystemPique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/shrinkchicksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on ShrinkChicks, Em and Jen break down the freeze response, one of the most misunderstood trauma responses. They explain how freezing is an involuntary nervous system reaction to overwhelming threat, often linked to trauma, and why so many people carry shame for something their body chose automatically.They explore what freeze can look like in daily life (numbness, dissociation, procrastination, avoidance, shutdown), as well as “functional freeze,” where you're moving through life on autopilot. The conversation covers why freezing happens, how it differs from feeling stuck or avoidant, and practical ways to gently come out of a freeze state by activating the nervous system.Listener questions dive into freezing in relationships, with authority figures, and during conflict; plus, how to explain the freeze response to a partner who misreads it as disengagement. Em and Jen also talk about slowing relational tempo, understanding what your nervous system learned about safety, and how awareness can reduce shame and increase choice.Tune in to gain insight, awareness, and action! PS: Fast forward to around 6:45 to skip the intro and get straight to today's content.⁠Get Matched With One of Our Therapists⁠ at The Therapy Group!⁠ShrinkChicks on Instagram⁠Our ⁠Know Yourself Grow Yourself Journal⁠!!Check out ShrinkChicks on YouTube by subscribing here! ⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCrxuhDqoL4ML3UE8b2J2BBg⁠A special thank you to this week's sponsors for supporting ShrinkChicks! We have these exclusive offers for our listeners:AG1: Go to DRINKAG1.com/SHRINKCHICKS to get their best offer, and for a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription orderBobbie: If you want to feed with confidence too, head to hibobbie.com to find the formula trusted by parents and loved by their babiesQuince: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠quince.com/shrinkchicks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365-day returns on your next orderGreenChef: Right now, go to GreenChef.com/shrinkchicksgraza and use code shrinkchicksgraza to get started with 50% off Green Chef + FREE Graza Olive Oil Set in your 2nd and 3rd boxesDavid Protein: David is offering our listeners a special deal: buy 4 cartons and get the 5th free when you go to davidprotein.com/SHRINKCHICKSOlive & June: Visit OliveandJune.com/SHRINKCHICKS for 20% off your first SystemPique Life: Secure 20% off your order and begin your intentional wellness journey today at Piquelife.com/shrinkchicksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when your body, the very thing you've spent nearly two decades teaching others to harmonize with, begins to fail you in a way you never saw coming? This week on the show, I'm sitting down with meditation teacher, and author Megan Monahan. Megan first appeared on Hurdle back in 2019, and today she returns to share a profoundly personal update. In late 2024, Megan faced a life-altering health hurdle: a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Megan takes us inside the raw moments of her diagnosis—from the sudden loss of vision in her right eye to an eight-hour wait in an UCLA emergency room. We discuss the power of the "meditation muscles" she built over 16 years and how they allowed her to meet this challenge with resilience instead of a victim mindset. In this episode, we discuss: The sudden symptoms and 36-hour journey to an MS diagnosis. How a decade of spiritual practice reframed a "devastating" diagnosis into a "resurgence of purpose". The 4-7-8 breathwork framework and somatic shaking for navigating high-stress moments. Unmasking personality traits that are actually trauma responses. What it truly means to be authentic and "come home to yourself". Lessons learned from spiritual giants like Deepak Chopra and Wayne Dyer. QUOTABLE MOMENTS "You get to choose how a life-changing moment changes you. We all have the ability to author our story in whatever way we want." "There is a part of you that can't be diagnosed with MS, that can't be broken up with, that can't be broke, that can't be relocated. That is who you are." "We mistake the need to enjoy the experience or the process with finding value in it." "You are not your thoughts. You don't have to believe every thought you have." SOCIAL@megmonahan@emilyabbate@iheartwomenssports JOIN: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Hurdle IG Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SIGN UP: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Hurdle Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to with your questions! Emily answers them every Friday on the show. Listen to Hurdle with Emily Abbate on the iHeartRadio app, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 251 of the Weight Loss Winformation Podcast I introduced the topic of Big T and Little T trauma to you and shared how the effects of trauma are long-lasting and can interfere with people's ability to follow through with goals for weight loss (and many other things). I was asked to do a follow-up episode giving suggestions for how to deal with trauma responses when they occur in daily life… in part so that you don't resort to the familiar but unhealthy coping skill of using food to feel better! This episode is the follow-up in which I share tools for using when your trauma responses like anxiety, anger, and defensiveness threaten to get the best of you!The Weight Loss Winformation Podcast gives you essential psychological information to help you lose weight and more importantly, to help keep you at a healthy weight for your body! No matter how you are working to lose weight and no matter how much weight you want to lose, Weight Loss Winformation will keep you moving in a positive direction. Let's get started because well… Why Weight? (get it? Pun intended… )?Resources:·      BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.com·      Connie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.com·      BariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercare·      BariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercare·      Kevin Stephens: Your Bariatric Buddy   https://www.facebook.com/groups/yourbariatricbuddy/people·      Instagram: @ (Caleshia Haynes)·      Instagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)·      Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)·      Instagram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)·      ProCare Vitamins (10% off with code ConnieStapleton)·      Rob DiMedio: https://www.busybariatrics.com/·      Dr. Joan Brugman: drjbrugman@outlook.com·      Dr. Susan Mitchell https://www.facebook.com/DrSusanMitchellhttps://www.facebook.com/bariatricsurgerystrategies·      The Secret to Healing Trauma  by Michelle P. Maidenberg Ph.D.,https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/being-your-best-self/202408/the-secret-to-healing-trauma

The human nervous system heals faster through felt safety than insight alone-which is why understanding trauma rarely resolves it. PTSD, anxiety, and emotional triggers fade not because the past disappears, but because the body finally learns the present is safe. Trust, intimacy, nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and secure relationships all begin with one choice: prioritize safety first.

Wasanga Mehana speaks to Angie Mthombeni, certified Life Coach and Neuro Coach to unpack complex world of narcissistic personality patterns and how they can impact our lives.Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Wasanga Mehana, Narcissism, GBV, Mental health The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We'd love to know how you're saying yes to yourself! Drop us a note here. Say YES to a Space to Dream Solo Retreat at the Phineas Wright House. Learn more and save your date here. What if your perfectionism, people-pleasing, or fear of taking up space weren't flaws, but signs of a nervous system doing its best to protect you?Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you're in the right place.In this honest and insightful conversation, Wendy is joined by Rachel Gitlevich, author of What in the Actual Fuck? Life's a Hot Mess, How to Find Gratitude Anyway, to explore the difference between intuition and fear, the cost of staying in your comfort zone, and why we need to stop gaslighting ourselves.They explore:Why fawn belongs on the trauma response list with fight, flight, and freeze, and how it often hides as “being good”How to recognize your intuition (it whispers) versus your ego (it screams)Why sitting in silence hoping for the best, without taking inspired action, is often the most uncomfortable choice of allThis is a conversation about practicing presence, trusting your inner knowing, and remembering that if these dreams are in you, these dreams are for you. Press play if you're ready to stop living an unlived life.Connect with Rachel:Get her book, What in the Actual FckOn Instagram @rachel.gitlevichLinkedInHer Website: rayofconsciousness.com________________________________________________________________________________________ Connect with Wendy: LinkedinInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House Website: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and Travel Interested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.com Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Today we have an incredible follow up story from a RTH that I did about a year ago with Angela. She has been on quite the ride, and has gone through many stages of healing. Her story is one of a badass warrior, walking through crippling anxiety as a symptom imperative, bringing her face to face with the trauma responses that had been shaping her life. What an inspiration to hear her triumph! Listen and enjoy... This episode originally aired on November 5th, 2021. ⁠⁠⁠ Learn how to JournalSpeak  ⁠LEARN HOW:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/2ph33u2s⁠ >>POD DESCRIPTION HERE

Takeaways* Background checks are crucial for informed partner selection.* Self-reflection is key to understanding relationship patterns.* Trauma responses can significantly impact communication in relationships.* Men often struggle with vulnerability due to societal expectations.* Creating a safe space for open communication is essential.* Personal growth is necessary for healthy relationships.* Curiosity about oneself and one's partner fosters connection.* Gender norms can influence relationship dynamics and expectations.* The journey of self-discovery is vital for personal fulfillment.* Co-creating a supportive environment enhances relationship satisfaction.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Relationship Coaching and Background Checks03:22 Understanding the Internal Work in Relationships06:33 The Role of Trauma Responses in Communication09:32 The Importance of Mutual Growth in Relationships12:18 Coaching Men: Challenges and Insights15:29 The Shift in Men's Vulnerability and Curiosity18:28 The Role of Background Checks in Modern Dating21:43 Navigating the Swipe Culture in Dating24:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Relationships33:10 The Role of Informative Dating Groups34:35 Navigating Personal Growth and Purpose39:46 Finding Purpose Through Life Experiences43:57 The Importance of Connection in Relationships49:55 Redefining Gender Roles in Modern Relationships54:59 Creating a Supportive Home Environment01:00:49 The Challenges of Modern Dating01:04:31 The Importance of Continuous GrowthClaudette Ward is a serial entrepreneur, private investigator, and relationship coach who's done playing nice with how people date. As both a PI and a relationship coach, Claudette also calls out the toxic patterns people drag from one relationship to the next—the red flags they ignore, the lies they excuse, the cycle of “dating the same person with a different face.”That's why she launched Baby Got Background—a no-BS dating background check service run by real investigators, not sketchy data brokers. Claudette's mission is clear: stop letting people “wing it” with their love lives.Connect With Claudette:https://www.instagram.com/babygotbackgroundchecks/https://babygotbackground.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacZGghqAKSk6P0fQ-OBfMi87LD_JkO4fwFSxiDLFS83iscQVDwYUtIcsm27qQ_aem_RUrYYphWdWgoejT7daxkbAhttps://www.instagram.com/claudettewardcoaching/Cody's content: https://linktr.ee/cjones803#podcast #purewisdompodcast #personalgrowth #motivation #mindset #facingfears #selfidentity #inspiration #selfimprovement #psychology #entrepreneurship #fitness #fitnessmotivation #business #career #dating #relationships #lifecoach #healthandwellness #workout #coaching #relationships #self-reflection #communication #coaching #personalgrowth #gendernorms #vulnerability #purposeDisclaimer: Any information discussed in this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended to act as a substitute for professional, medical, legal, educational, or financial advice. The following views and opinions are those of the individual and are not representative views or opinions of their company or organization. The views and opinions shared are intended only to inform, and discretion and professional assistance should be utilized when attempting any of the ideas discussed. Pure Wisdom Podcast, LLC, its host, its guest, or any company participating in advertising through this podcast is not responsible for comments generated by viewers which may be offensive or otherwise distasteful. Any content or conversation in this podcast is completely original and not inspired by any other platform or content creator. Any resemblance to another platform or content creator is purely coincidental and unintentional. No content or topics discussed in this podcast are intended to be offensive or hurtful. Pure Wisdom Podcast, LLC, its host, its guest, or any company participating in advertising through this podcast is not responsible for any misuse of this content.

In today's episode of the Feel Free Again Podcast, I'm joined again by Tammy Adams. This is her second time on the show, and I'm grateful we get to keep building on the ground we covered last time. In this conversation, we're diving into something that's breaking hearts everywhere: how we've forgotten how to love each other through differences, and how families are getting fractured, ghosted, and cut off over “outside topics” that were never supposed to cost us our relationships. We talk about how belief systems form early, why certain phrases can trigger massive reactions, and the powerful shift from “You made me feel” to “When you said/did ___, I felt ___.” Tammy brings her early childhood education background into the conversation, and we connect the dots between nervous system overwhelm, social media saturation, unresolved grief, and why so many people live in defense mode. We also get real about how unresolved emotions often show up as anger, especially for men and what it looks like to do the inner work that gives you your peace (and your relationships) back. If you're a Grief Recovery Specialist (or considering the work), we also speak directly to the importance of creating safety and staying anchored in the mission: helping broken hearts heal without bringing our personal “rightness” into the room. If this episode helps you, please share it, subscribe, and leave a review so more people can find these tools and find their way back to connection. ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 - Tammy Adams Returns: A Deeper Conversation on Healing Relationships 01:35 - The Divide Is Breaking Families (And We Need Better Tools) 05:20 - How Childhood Beliefs Get Wired and Become Adult Triggers 10:55 - “You Made Me Feel” vs “I Felt”: The Language That Restores Power 14:40 - Social Media, iPads, and Why Beliefs Form Earlier Than We Think 17:50 - The “One-Hour Debate” Rule: Staying Family While Disagreeing 22:55 - You're Not a Wind-Up Toy: Owning Your Emotional Responses 27:45 - When Unresolved Grief Shows Up as Anger (Tammy's Real Story) 37:50 - People-Pleasing, Control, and Trauma Responses in Conflict 40:14 - Why Constant Global News Keeps Us Triggered and Divided 52:45 - Message to Specialists: Create Safety, Stay in Your Lane, Help the Heart Heal Cole James, President of the Grief Recovery Institute, shares about the Power of Grief Recovery! Cole is dedicating his life to help people with grief. Now, grief is much more than just losing someone. Did you know that? You've probably heard of the Five Stages of Grief, right? Well, this goes much deeper than you think. Let me explain. Everyone has some type of grief in their lives, some haven't yet, but it's part of life. We can't escape it, BUT we can work through it. And you don't have to do it alone. Let's talk about it. We have trained Grief Recovery Method Specialists, who help heartbroken people, in Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, Central America, South America, and North America. The Grief Recovery Method Certification Program is taught and available in multiple languages including: English, Spanish, Swedish, Hungarian, Ukrainian, and Russian. Our home office is in the United States and serves English-speaking nations and populations around the world, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, and the Commonwealth Nations. In addition, we have international affiliate offices in Sweden, Australia, Mexico, and Hungary. Our goal is to help as many people as possible, which is why our books have been translated into over 30 languages including: Spanish, French, Dutch, Portuguese, Japanese, Ukrainian, Russian, and many more. For more information visit: https://www.griefrecoverymethod.com/ #mentalhealth #grief #depression #sad

In Part 1, we uncovered the surprising physical symptoms of trauma that often go unnoticed — the jaw tension, the tinnitus, the eye twitching, the constant bracing your body learned to do in order to survive covert narcissistic abuse. In Part 2, we continue that conversation by focusing on three symptoms that confuse survivors the most: chest tightness — that “heart armor” feeling that makes it hard to breathe digestive issues — nausea, bloating, IBS patterns, or a stomach that shuts down under stress sleep disturbances — difficulty falling asleep, nighttime hyperarousal, and waking in panic These symptoms are some of the most deeply misunderstood — and often dismissed by medical providers who see “normal” test results but don't understand trauma physiology. This episode breaks down why these symptoms happen, what your nervous system is trying to communicate through them, and how these reactions form in unsafe emotional environments. We'll also explore the deeper theme underlying it all:Your body communicates through discomfort.Just like hunger isn't a malfunction, your trauma symptoms aren't malfunctions either — they are messages. Part 2 gives clarity, validation, and the beginning steps for understanding what your body has been trying to tell you for years. DISCLAIMER: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RENEE SWANSON, COVERT NARCISSISM PODCAST, AND CNG LIFE COACHING IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DIAGNOSIS PURPOSES AND NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL CARE. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE. THIS MATERIAL DISCUSSES NARCISSISM IN GENERAL. RENEE SHARES STORIES FROM HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AS WELL AS FROM THOSE SHE HAS TALKED WITH FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HER MATERIAL DOES NOT CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON HAS NARCISSISM AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC PERSON AS HAVING NARCISSISM. PERMISSION IS NOT GRANTED TO LINK TO OR REPOST THIS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT AN ALLEGATION OR SUPPORT A CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON IS A NARCISSIST. THAT WOULD BE AN UNAUTHORIZED MISUSE OF THE MATERIAL AND INFORMATION PROVIDED. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When you live in the backwards, upside-down world of covert narcissistic abuse, your body often understands the danger long before your mind can name it. The symptoms you thought were “random,” “weird,” or “just stress” were actually your nervous system trying to protect you. In this episode, we explore the physical signs you didn't recognize as trauma responses — the jaw tension, the chest tightness, the digestive issues, the sleep disruptions, the ringing in your ears, and even that twitchy eyelid that sent you down a Google rabbit hole at 2 a.m. You'll hear why these symptoms appear, how covert narcissistic environments activate chronic fight-or-flight, and why your medical tests may have come back “normal” even though your body felt anything but normal. And most importantly — you'll learn that these symptoms are not defects. They are intelligent survival signals.They are the truth your body carried for you. This episode will validate your experience, deepen your understanding of the trauma response, and help you see your body not as the problem — but as your greatest ally. DISCLAIMER: THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY RENEE SWANSON, COVERT NARCISSISM PODCAST, AND CNG LIFE COACHING IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE USED FOR DIAGNOSIS PURPOSES AND NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR CLINICAL CARE. PLEASE CONSULT A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER FOR GUIDANCE SPECIFIC TO YOUR CASE. THIS MATERIAL DISCUSSES NARCISSISM IN GENERAL. RENEE SHARES STORIES FROM HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AS WELL AS FROM THOSE SHE HAS TALKED WITH FOR SEVERAL YEARS. HER MATERIAL DOES NOT CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON HAS NARCISSISM AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC PERSON AS HAVING NARCISSISM. PERMISSION IS NOT GRANTED TO LINK TO OR REPOST THIS MATERIAL TO SUPPORT AN ALLEGATION OR SUPPORT A CLAIM THAT ANY SPECIFIC PERSON IS A NARCISSIST. THAT WOULD BE AN UNAUTHORIZED MISUSE OF THE MATERIAL AND INFORMATION PROVIDED. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever felt lost after putting all your effort into pleasing others? Maybe you've spent years being the responsible one, the strong one, the helper, the one who “just handles it”… until one day you wake up and feel hollow. Exhausted.  Disconnected from the person you used to be.Maybe you've spent years trying to “doing it all”,  only to wake up one day and wonder where you lost yourself along the way? In this episode, I sit down with Kati Morton, licensed therapist, author, and one of the most trusted mental health voices online. Her new book, Why Do I Keep Doing This?, dives into the emotional and nervous system patterns that keep us stuck in cycles of people-pleasing, low self-esteem, overgiving, perfectionism, and self-abandonment.Together, we explore how unresolved trauma responses shape our beliefs about love, worth, confidence, and why so many of us feel like we need to be “good” or “please others” to feel safe. Together Kati and I discuss what a fawn response is,  the deeper reasons why we fawn or people-please and the emotional cost it takes on us.You'll learn:Why people pleasing begins as a survival strategyWhy rebuilding self worth is about changing patternsWhat your inner critic is trying to protect you fromHow to spot patterns that lead to burnout and resentmentWhy confidence grows through small acts of self trustThe difference between guilt and false guilt in boundary settingHow somatic practices support healing and resiliencePractical tools to regulate stress and shift old patternsIf you're in a season of personal growth, or if you're tired of feeling exhausted, overlooked, or in cycles of self-doubt, this episode will offer compassion, clarity, and a path home to yourself.Tune in. This conversation is a breath of fresh air for anyone ready to reclaim the parts of themselves they had to hide to survive.Much love,LaurieClick here to sign up for my "FREE Online Somatic Workshop - Find Your Calm During the Holidays" on Thursday, Dec 4th at 4 PST Click here for a video on how to leave a review to receive a free somatic stabilization/grounding exercise. The podcast graphic is different from the current one. Once you complete it and send me a picture I will send you the video. My email is laurie@laurieejames.comThank you in advance. Click here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Free ResourcesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseClick here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoWebsitePlease leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***********************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

Artificial intelligence is transforming our world—but not always for the better. In this urgent episode of Lean To the Left, we explore how AI is fueling a disturbing rise in digital sexual exploitation, including the creation and distribution of child sexual abuse materials.Our guest, Roger Canaff—former New York City special victims prosecutor, author, educator, and survivor—shares his unparalleled insight into how predators are weaponizing AI to manipulate innocent images, evade detection, and create explicit content without consent. He also exposes the failures of tech companies, the challenges in our legal system, and the critical need for better enforcement and oversight.We discuss:✅ How AI-generated imagery is changing the landscape of exploitation✅ The legal and ethical challenges facing lawmakers and prosecutors✅ Why tech companies aren't doing enough✅ The role of parents, communities, and policy in prevention✅ Signs of hope—and the growing movement toward education and reformThis is a difficult but essential conversation. By understanding the threat, we can work together to protect vulnerable children, support survivors, and demand accountability from those who shape our digital world.Guest: Roger Canaff – Legal expert, advocate, and survivorLearn more about Roger's work at https//rogercanaff.com

This episode (#308) focuses on a partner whose body has completely shut down sexually after decades of betrayal, manipulation, and sexual violation—including being touched while unconscious. We explain how her body has not suddenly changed since disclosure; it has been adapting for years to a marriage that was unsafe long before she understood why. This long-term exposure to deception and boundary-breaking creates what we call “complex trauma shaping,” where the nervous system rewires itself to avoid sexual intimacy because it associates vulnerability with danger.We also dive deeply into the concept of Integrity Abuse Disorder and how the husband's years of secrecy, gaslighting, and emotional inconsistency created an “intentionally manipulated reality” for his wife. Even though he may now be in recovery, his emotional reactions—his “sad tantrums”—trigger her old trauma and reinforce the message that he values sexual access more than her emotional safety. This dynamic retraumatizes her and deepens her shutdown, proving to her body that intimacy remains unsafe.Healing requires him to take responsibility for the full impact of his actions by engaging in what Dr. Minwalla calls “mountain work”—seeing the complete devastation the betrayal caused. Only then can he show up with true empathy, accountability, and emotional regulation. For her, healing means continuing to listen to her body, honoring its wisdom, and working with professionals to slowly rebuild safety. When both partners engage in this work, intimacy can eventually be rebuilt—not through pressure or obligation, but through genuine safety, trust, and connection.For a full transcript of this podcast in article format, go to:   Why My Body Shuts Down:  Understanding Sexual Trauma Responses After Years of BetrayalLearn more about Mark and Steve's revolutionary online porn/sexual addiction recovery and betrayal trauma healing program at—daretoconnectnow.comFind out more about Steve Moore at:  Ascension CounselingLearn more about Mark Kastleman at:  Reclaim Counseling Services

Artificial intelligence is transforming our world—but not always for the better. In this urgent episode of Lean To the Left, we explore how AI is fueling a disturbing rise in digital sexual exploitation, including the creation and distribution of child sexual abuse materials.Our guest, Roger Canaff—former New York City special victims prosecutor, author, educator, and survivor—shares his unparalleled insight into how predators are weaponizing AI to manipulate innocent images, evade detection, and create explicit content without consent. He also exposes the failures of tech companies, the challenges in our legal system, and the critical need for better enforcement and oversight.We discuss:✅ How AI-generated imagery is changing the landscape of exploitation✅ The legal and ethical challenges facing lawmakers and prosecutors✅ Why tech companies aren't doing enough✅ The role of parents, communities, and policy in prevention✅ Signs of hope—and the growing movement toward education and reformThis is a difficult but essential conversation. By understanding the threat, we can work together to protect vulnerable children, support survivors, and demand accountability from those who shape our digital world.Guest: Roger Canaff – Legal expert, advocate, and survivorLearn more about Roger's work at https//rogercanaff.com

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden and co-host Autumn Calabrese engage in a profound conversation with Mastin Kipp about the intersection of trauma, the nervous system, and the journey towards healing and longevity. They explore how childhood trauma impacts health, the importance of emotional awareness, and the role of psychedelics in healing. The discussion emphasizes the significance of joy, resilience, and the need for co-regulation in overcoming trauma and thriving in life. The episode concludes with actionable steps for listeners to move from survival to a thriving existence, highlighting the power of connection and vulnerability in the healing process.   For Audience ·       Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !      Takeaways        The ultimate goal is not just to survive, but to thrive.        Understanding the nervous system is crucial for healing.        Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on health.        Emotional awareness is key to living a fulfilling life.        Psychedelics can play a role in trauma healing.        A regulated nervous system allows for emotional resilience.        Joy is a biological advantage and essential for well-being.        Co-regulation with others can enhance healing.        It's important to balance past experiences with present joy.        You can change your biology and rewrite your life story.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Healing 04:59 Understanding the Nervous System 07:45 The Role of Trauma in Our Lives 10:52 Bringing Trauma to Consciousness 13:38 The Power of Psychedelics in Healing 19:30 Brain Imaging and Its Insights 25:19 Understanding Individual Differences in Trauma Responses 31:20 Understanding Genetics and Mental Health 34:09 The Role of Joy in the Nervous System 36:52 Regulating the Nervous System for Emotional Resilience 42:42 Navigating Grief and Emotional Depth 52:30 From Survival to Thriving: The Power of Connection   To learn more about Mastin Kipp: Website: https://mastinkipp.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mastinkipp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastinkipp Got a question for Dr. Gladden? Submit it using the link below and it might be answered in our next Q&A episode! https://form.typeform.com/to/tIyzUai7? Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw   Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. Dr. Gladden may serve as a founder, advisor, or investor in select health, wellness, or longevity-related ventures. These may occasionally be referenced in podcast discussions when relevant to educational topics. Any such mentions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Medical Disclaimer The Gladden Longevity Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services — including the giving of medical advice — and no doctor–patient relationship is formed through this podcast or its associated content. The information shared on this podcast, including opinions, research discussions, and referenced materials, is not intended to replace or serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition they may have. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any questions or concerns about your health, medical conditions, or treatment options. Use of information from this podcast and any linked materials is at the listener's own risk. Podcast Guest Disclosures Guests on the Gladden Longevity Podcast may hold financial interests, advisory roles, or ownership stakes in companies, products, or services discussed during their appearance. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Gladden Longevity, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, or the production team. Sponsorships & Affiliate Disclosures To support the creation of high-quality educational content, the Gladden Longevity Podcast may include paid sponsorships or affiliate partnerships. Any such partnerships will be clearly identified during episodes or noted in the accompanying show notes. We may receive compensation through affiliate links or sponsorship agreements when products or services are mentioned on the show. 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In this unapologetically honest episode, Janelle and Paige unpack the epidemic of male-bashing and toxic relationship advice that's flooding social media.They explore why women are being told to run at every “red flag,” how trauma skews our perception of safety, and why expecting your partner to be your healer, saviour, and best friend is killing intimacy.From relationship forums to “feminine energy” culture to psychic predictions gone wrong — nothing is off-limits. This episode calls you back to self-awareness, compassion, and accountability in love.

Dr Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventive and addiction medicine with master's degrees in biochemistry and public health.  Beyond her foundational medical training, she is also a functional medicine physician with specialized training in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition, and genetics for addictions, mental health, mood, and behavioral disorders.  Her extensive training in trauma therapies, including the Instinctual Trauma Response Model, Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Touch, and Sociometric Relational Trauma Repair, have formed her knowledge and services in trauma, attachment, and addiction medicine, focusing on trauma at a cellular level.  Her USA Today and Amazon best-selling book The Biology of Trauma: how the body holds fear, pain and overwhelm and how to heal it is available now.   Timestamps (may vary 2-4 minutes based on your podcast platform) 03:01 Introduction to Trauma and Healing 05:55 Understanding Trauma vs. Stress 09:00 Capacity and Trauma Responses 11:59 Navigating the Healing Journey 14:48 Acute vs. Chronic Trauma 17:47 The Biology of Trauma 20:32 Creating a Sense of Safety 23:53 The Loop of Stress and Overwhelm 26:28 Finding Calm and Aliveness 29:49 The Role of Emotional Literacy 32:33 Micro Moments of Safety   The Biology of Trauma book:  https://www.amazon.ie/Biology-Trauma-Body-Holds-Overwhelm/dp/1637746237/ref=asc_df_1637746237?language=en_IE&mcid=23cabbc4926137ad953a7630d7753b0e&tag=ieshopgode-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=743331779725&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8769390994613108495&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007877&hvtargid=pla-2335066486041&psc=1&language=en_IE&gad_source=1   (Facebook) www.facebook.com/draimie/   (Website) THA About 2025 - Dr. Aimie Apigian - The Biology of Trauma Professional   (LinkedIn) www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian   (Youtube) www.youtube.com/@DrAimieApigian   (Instagram) www.instagram.com/draimie/

Hey, Survivor! What's with the laughing, joking, smirking, during serious court hearings, like a murder trial?  In this episode, I'll explain why people (including the narcissist, witnesses, counsel, judges, even you) sometimes laugh, joke, or smirk during serious hearings — why it can be triggering — and provide holistic tools to protect your body, mind, and spirit.  Other people's behavior is their business.  But your health and healing is your business.  Your health matters! If you, or someone you know, are struggling to understand what's so funny when lives have been ruined or lost, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.

Send us a textAre you living as your true self, or have you mistaken your trauma for your personality? In this episode, we reveal how hidden wounds quietly shape the way you think, feel, and act, and why so many of us confuse survival responses for who we really are. Through raw stories, powerful insights, and simple but eye-opening truths, we uncover the difference between traits that define you and patterns that hold you back. This is the conversation that could change how you see yourself and your future forever.Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today's conversation:#347 | Why You Need Self-Accountability - https://apple.co/3XVnJ8p #399 | Why You Still Struggle to Feel Good Enough - https://apple.co/46EVpe9Evolve Together Experiences:

High performers are often praised for their drive, precision, and reliability. But what if what looks like ambition... is actually anxiety? In this episode, Jean Dorff—founder of The Empowering Story and author of Broken Silence—explores a quiet truth many professionals carry: that what the world sees as excellence may actually be a trauma response. From over-editing emails to automatic “yeses,” we explore how fear-based striving can become a silent survival strategy. ✨ This isn't about pathologizing success. It's about understanding the invisible labor survivors perform to stay “safe” in environments that reward compliance over authenticity. We'll cover: Why trauma survivors often perform for safety at work How hypervigilance becomes perfectionism in disguise What burnout looks like when it's rooted in self-erasure Three micro-boundaries that support nervous system healing How healing your work habits can shift workplace culture This is a space for reflection, not shame. Whether you're navigating leadership, rebuilding from burnout, or just beginning to unlearn old survival strategies, this episode is here to help you pause—and breathe.

Podcast favorite Dr. Amelia Kelley is back on the show! Today we're unpacking something I know will resonate with so many of you: our trauma responses. Fight, flight, freeze, or fawn… we all have them. But what if instead of shaming ourselves for these responses, we learned to use them for our benefit? Amelia and I get into what each response actually looks like day-to-day, why they happen so quickly in the body, and how to bring more consciousness when they show up. We also explore ways to reframe them so they can become tools that work in your favor: turning fight into advocacy, flight into creativity, freeze into stillness, and fawn into compassion and service. ✨ Podcast episodes are available in two formats - audio and video! If you'd like to watch the video version of this episode, you can find it here. What you'll hear about in this episode: The four trauma responses: fight, flight, freeze, and fawn (2:36) Why these responses happen so fast in the brain and nervous system (5:41) The role of naming and grounding in shifting your experience (17:47) How to recognize your default response and bring more choice into it (19:55) Using trauma responses in intentional ways, like boxing, cycling, meditation, or setting boundaries (38:20) Learn more about Dr. Amelia Kelley:  Dr. Amelia Kelley is a trauma-informed therapist, author, co-host of The Sensitivity Doctor Podcast, researcher, and certified meditation and yoga instructor. Her specialties include art therapy, internal family systems (IFS), EMDR, and brainspotting. Her work focuses on women's issues, empowering survivors of abuse and relationship trauma, highly sensitive persons, motivation, healthy living, and adult ADHD. She is an adjunct professor in Psychology at Yorkville University and a nationally recognized relationship expert featured on SiriusXM Doctor Radio's The Psychiatry Show as well as NPR's The Measure of Everyday Life and 411 Teen. Her private practice is part of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium at the Kinsey Institute. She is also a resident trainer at PESI offering continuing trauma-focused education to professionals. She is the author of Powered by ADHD: Strategies and Exercises for Women to Harness their Untapped Gifts, Gaslighting Recovery for Women: The Complete Guide to Recognizing Manipulation and Achieving Freedom from Emotional Abuse, coauthor of What I Wish I Knew: Surviving and Thriving After an Abusive Relationship, as well as Surviving Suicidal Ideation: From Therapy to Spirituality and the Lived Experience, and a contributing author for Psychology Today, ADDitude Magazine, as well as Highly Sensitive Refuge. Her work has been featured in Teen Vogue, Yahoo News, Lifehacker, Well + Good and Insider.  Resources & Links: ALL NEW: The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast Episodes are Now Available on YouTube! Focused Strategy Sessions with Kate The Divorce Survival Guide Resource BundlePhoenix Rising: A Divorce Empowerment CollectiveKate on InstagramKate on FacebookKate's Substack Newsletter: Divorce Coaching Dispatch Dr. Amelia Kelley's websiteDr. Amelia Kelley on Instagram =================== DISCLAIMER:  THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVICE.  YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY, COACH, OR THERAPIST IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN ADVICE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PARTICULAR ISSUE OR PROBLEM. =================== Episode link: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/episode-335-making-your-trauma-responses-work-for-you-with-dr-amelia-kelley/  

Functional freeze is not laziness. It is a learned survival strategy that lets you function on the outside while feeling numb or shut down on the inside. In this episode of Trauma Rewired, Elisabeth Kristof and Jennifer Wallace unpack freeze, tonic immobility, and flop, and show how functional freeze can look like “getting by” while feeling numb inside. They map the differences between freeze and burnout, explain why interoception goes offline, and share gentle, minimum-effective-dose practices to thaw safely and rebuild capacity..  You will learn how chronic stress blunts interoception, why your voice disappears in hard conversations, how shame loops keep the pattern in place, and why high performers often miss freeze because it hides behind perfectionism and people pleasing. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The freeze spectrum, acute freeze, tonic immobility, flop Functional freeze vs burnout Interoception and emotional numbness Relationship patterns, shutdown, flat affect, rupture and repair Language masking, shame loops, lost voice High performers, people pleasing, perfectionism, hidden freeze Whole system view, not only the vagus nerve Minimum effective dose, breath, voice, tiny mobilizations Resourcing and capacity building before big emotional work From dissociation to embodiment and agency

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden and Dr. Aimie Apigian delve into the intricate relationship between trauma, healing, and the body's response to stress. They explore how trauma is imprinted in the nervous system and tissues, the importance of movement and agency in overcoming trauma, and the biological mechanisms that underpin these experiences. Through personal stories and scientific insights, they discuss the role of energy in healing, the impact of childhood experiences, and the potential for reframing traumatic events to regain control and foster resilience. This conversation offers valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of trauma and the path to recovery.   For Audience ·       Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !    Takeaways ·       Trauma is imprinted in the nervous system and tissues of the body. ·       Understanding one's own trauma can lead to healing and growth. ·       The biology of trauma involves energy conservation and stress responses. ·       Movement and agency are crucial in overcoming trauma. ·       Reframing traumatic experiences can help regain a sense of control. ·       The impact of childhood experiences shapes adult responses to stress. ·       Somatic experiences can help reprogram trauma responses. ·       Energy levels are linked to trauma responses and mental health. ·       The nervous system's state influences our ability to cope with stress. ·       Healing is possible through understanding and addressing trauma.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Healing 04:14 The Journey into Foster Parenting 07:13 Understanding Trauma Through Personal Experience 10:08 The Biology of Trauma and Its Effects 12:54 Generational Trauma and Its Impact 15:47 Distinguishing Between Stress and Trauma Biology 18:46 The Autonomic Nervous System's Role in Trauma 21:40 Psychological Studies on Trauma Responses 23:20 Understanding Trauma Through Animal Studies 25:27 The Impact of Trauma on Neural Pathways 27:29 Reprogramming the Body's Response to Trauma 28:36 Muscle Memory and Trauma Responses 30:36 The Role of Movement in Healing 32:54 The Limitations of Talk Therapy 36:54 Reframing Trauma and Its Unbearable Nature 43:09 Reframing Trauma as Opportunity 44:56 The Purpose of Life and Authenticity 46:35 Agency and Movement in Healing 49:20 Neurodevelopment and Sense of Agency 52:25 Measuring Agency Through Movement 55:14 Energy as a Key to Overcoming Trauma   To learn more about Dr. Aimie: Email:  aimie_kris@hotmail.com Website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/   Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw

What if processing emotions could be simple, kind, and transformative? In this conversation, Dr. Glenn sits down with Jonathan Hernandez — psychology student, Certified Connection Codes Coach, and creative visionary bringing the Connection Codes to nearly a billion Spanish speakers. Speaking from his own dating relationship, Jonathan shares how processing emotions like fear, joy, and shame without judgment has deepened connection and reduced conflict — and how these same tools are transforming marriages around the world. Together, they explore why emotions “happen to us,” how resisting them keeps us stuck, and practical ways to experience emotional safety in real time. Whether you're dating, married, or somewhere in between, this episode offers hope, humor, and actionable insight for anyone ready to strengthen their emotional health and relationships.Links and Resources:Download the Core Emotion Wheel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@connectioncodes?si=phORYBsGMOOrj9mA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find out how to become a Certified Coach:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://connectioncodes.co/certified-coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Find a coach:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://connectioncodes.co/coaches#find-a-coach-menu⁠⁠Jonathan Hernandez on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jonathan-hernandez-b16070188⁠Chapters: 00:00:00 - Welcome & Why This Conversation Matters00:00:38 - Finding Joy in Fully Feeling00:01:35 - Meet Jonathan Hernandez & His Mission00:03:13 - The Moment Connection Codes Changed Everything00:07:22 - How Emotions Shape Every Connection00:10:50 - Processing Feelings That Once Felt Impossible00:21:06 - Turning Shame into a Bridge for Closeness00:24:34 - Trauma Responses and the Path to Healing00:27:23 - Experiencing Emotions in a Whole New Way00:28:43 - Using Emotional Processing to Truly Heal00:29:55 - Why Sadness Deserves a Seat at the Table00:32:09 - Applying Connection Codes in Real-Life Dating00:42:20 - Bringing Connection Codes to Millions of Spanish Speakers00:48:02 - The Transformative Power of Emotional Coaching00:49:58 - Walking Through the Emotional Wheel in Action

Ever wonder why you can't seem to “just do the thing” in your business—even when you know what to do? This episode with trauma healing coach Sara Miley will blow your mind. We unpack why common coaching struggles like imposter syndrome, burnout, black-and-white thinking, and people-pleasing are often unprocessed trauma responses—not mindset issues. Sara breaks down Internal Family Systems (IFS) in a way that makes sense for your coaching practice and your own healing. If your nervous system is tired, your confidence feels fragile, or you're overfunctioning just to feel safe, this is your episode. ➤ Learn more about Sara Miley: https://fullcirclewellspring.com ➤ Follow her on Instagram: @CoachSaraMiley ➤ Attend the Rise Up From Trauma Conference: https://riseupfromtrauma.com ➤ Take the Endotype Quiz: https://www.endotype.com

Have you ever felt as though the ground has suddenly dropped out from under you after someone you trusted deeply betrayed you?Betrayal can manifest physically and emotionally, preventing you from achieving what you truly desire.In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Debi Silber, PhD, the founder of The Post Betrayal Transformation Institute and an international bestselling author. She shares three key insights from her personal experiences with betrayal trauma, as well as her research findings.Debi explains why betrayal trauma is uniquely different and requires a different healing approach. She also describes what relationship recovery entails and walks you through the five stages of healing from betrayal. In this episode, you'll learn:How trauma responses can create discomfort and physical issues in the body, manifesting as exhaustion, gut problems, chest tightness, disrupted sleep, and difficulty loving again.The three discoveries Debi made while researching betrayal trauma, and why it differs from other types of emotional trauma.The importance of nervous system regulation and somatic healing in overcoming betrayal trauma. The five stages you need to navigate in order to heal from betrayal.Why stage three is often referred to as the "muddy middle" and is the most challenging phase to get through.The crucial role of emotional resilience in progressing through all five stages. How trauma responses like people-pleasing, emotional eating, or emotional shutdown may indicate a need for further healing from your betrayal trauma.Why forgiveness is more about your personal journey than the actions of the other person.How setting emotional boundaries can help you move forward with clarity and self-trust. The #1 indicator that will determine your ability to recover from your betrayal. If you're still holding on to a past betrayal and are ready to rebuild your self-trust, this conversation is for you! Remember, you don't have to go through this process alone.Much love,LaurieFree GuidesClick here to schedule a FREE inquiry call with me.Click here to learn about my NEW “Nervous System Regulation Starter Kit” Click here for my FREE “Beginner's Guide to Somatic Healing”Click here for my FREE Core Values ExerciseClick here to purchase my book: Sandwiched: A Memoir of Holding On and Letting GoWebsiteConnect with Dr. Debi SilberWebsite: https://thepbtinstitPlease leave me feedback. I cannot respond so if you'd like me to respond, please leave your email***************************************************************************************DISCLAIMER: THE COMMENTARY AND OPINIONS AVAILABLE ON THIS PODCAST ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND NOT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING LEGAL, MEDICAL OR PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED THERAPIST IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS. YOU SHOULD CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IN YOUR STATE TO OBTAIN LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LICENSED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL WITH RESPECT TO ANY MEDICAL ISSUE OR PROBLEM.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with EMDR therapist, trauma specialist, and creator of the Embodied Rise Method, Cassandra Quick, to explore how true healing begins with understanding our inner world. Together, we unpack the emotional layers of trauma, the impact of attachment styles, and the healing power of reconnecting with the inner child. Cassandra shares how modalities like EMDR therapy, EFT tapping, and trauma-conscious yoga can help rewire the nervous system and create a sense of safety in the body. Key Topics Covered: What “parts work” really means—and how our protective parts are trying to help Why so many women were conditioned to suppress anger, and how that shows up today How EMDR works and why it's so effective for trauma recovery Big T vs Little t trauma—and why all trauma is valid Navigating attachment styles and emotional safety in relationships Tools for emotional regulation, energy shifts, and intuition The 3-step Illuminate Blueprint and the Embodied Rise Method for holistic healing A personal story about being triggered after a big life moment—and how to move through it with grace Whether you're new to trauma work or deep in the healing process, this episode is a reminder that your triggers are treasures, your body is a messenger, and healing happens when you learn to connect with yourself, with others, and with your story. Connect With Us: Follow Cassandra on Instagram @cassandraquick Follow Tami on Instagram @TamiSchiltz  Show Notes:  00:00 – Introduction & Connection 02:38 – Life's Curveballs & Surrender 05:29 – Inner Child & Understanding “Parts” 12:57 – What Are Protective Parts? 17:47 – Complex PTSD & Performance-Based Identity 19:00 – Why Women Struggle to Express Anger 21:52 – How EMDR Works 22:53 – Big T vs Little t Trauma 24:34 – Healing in Relationship 29:07 – Self-Care & Inner Child Reparenting 32:31 – Attachment Styles & Their Influence 32:40 – Letting My Daughter Express Anger Safely 34:49 – Attachment & Relationship Dynamics 35:21 – Communication & Emotional Awareness 39:44 – That Time I Accidentally Played Matchmaker 42:34 – The Power of Vulnerability 45:52 – Feeling Safe in Relationships 46:26 – Reading & Validating Energy Shifts 49:01 – Intuition vs Trauma Responses 51:12 – What Is Trauma-Conscious Yoga? 53:41 – The 3-Step Illuminate Blueprint 56:22 – Healing as a Path of Illumination 1:00:55 – EFT Tapping & Cortisol Reduction 1:04:22 – Listening to the Body as a Messenger 1:07:05 – You Don't Have to Clear Your Mind to Meditate 1:11:18 – When Therapy Isn't the Answer & The Embodied Rise Course 1:15:51 – Embodied Rise Method Overview 1:17:15 – Getting Triggered After Announcing the New Gym

Content Warning: This episode contains the depiction of traumatic events, including violence, sexual assault, and self-harm. Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsCan you really heal shame and trauma that live deep in your body? In this raw and inspiring episode of Hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with globally sought-after trauma specialist and performance coach Annalie Howling to uncover the hidden ways shame sabotages your health, relationships, and potential, and how you can finally release it.From perfectionism to people-pleasing to physical symptoms, shame shapes our lives in ways most of us don't realize. Annalie shares her personal healing journey, from childhood abuse and self-harm to deep freedom, and offers actionable tools to help YOU reclaim your power.You'll learn why shame is never your fault, how it lodges in the body, and why it often underlies anxiety, gut issues, chronic stress, and even physical pain. Plus: how EMDR, somatic work, and simple daily practices can free you to live unapologetically.Thank you to our sponsor: OneSkinGet 15% off your first order with the code DRTAZ at oneskin.co/drtazIn this episode, you'll discover:How shame gets trapped in the body and drives diseaseThe 5 trauma responses (and why "fawn" is most linked to shame)How perfectionism and fake control are trauma adaptationsThe link between shame, self-criticism, and chronic anxietyHow to rewire your nervous system and reclaim self-compassionWhy breathwork, EMDR, yoga, and embodied practices can heal deep woundsHow to break generational shame cycles and parent without passing it onIf you've ever felt “not good enough,” stuck, disconnected, or like no amount of wellness routines can fix how you feel, this episode is a must-watch.Topics Covered:The biology of shame and trauma responsesHow shame fuels perfectionism and anxietySomatic practices to heal shameThe power of EMDR in trauma releaseParenting without passing down shameHow to start building radical self-compassionReclaiming your voice and living unapologeticallyAbout Annalie HowlingAnnalie Howling is a globally sought-after performance coach, trauma specialist, and author of Unapologetic: Unshackle Your Shame. Reclaim Your Power.With over two decades of experience, Annalie has worked with leaders in business, Olympians, Hollywood, members of the Armed Forces, including ex-UK Special Forces, and private clients navigating transitions and challenges. But her work goes deeper than performance, it addresses the universal weight that underpins so much of human struggle: shame. Annalie's groundbreaking methods stem not only from her professional expertise but from her personal transformation. It wasn't until she addressed her own unhealed trauma and liberated herself from shame that she began to live authentically and freely. Now, Annalie's mission is to help others break free from the shame that holds them back.Through her work and her book, she shares valuable insights on navigating divorce, single parenting, overcoming childhood trauma and abuse, healing from toxic relationships, dealing with narcissistic partners, recovering from workplace toxicity, and releasing family trauma.Connect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Learn more about Annalie Howling at: https://annaliehowling.com/Host & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Timestamps: 00:00 Shame Is a Felt Sense, Not a Thought03:15 Meet Annalie Howling + Why Shame Matters05:50 Why Perfectionism Fuels Shame10:04 Annalie's Story: Violence, Childhood Trauma, and Self-Harm17:11 The Turning Point: EMDR and Trauma Healing22:20 Physical Symptoms of Shame (Gut, Skin, Burnout)29:23 The 5 Trauma Responses Explained (Fight, Flight, Freeze, Flop, Fawn)34:05 How Shame Fuels Anxiety and Life Avoidance42:32 A Self-Compassion Exercise to Heal Shame55:54 Other Somatic Tools to Heal Shame

In this episode I interview Heidi Olson. Heidi Olson, RN, MSN, CPN, SANE-P is a Certified Pediatric Nurse and Certified Pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), she is also the Founder and President of Paradigm Shift Training and Consulting, which equips healthcare workers with skills-based training to be able to identify human trafficking and exploitation. Heidi has a wide range of experience in pediatric and forensic nursing and has taught as an adjunct instructor for several universities. We delve into the critical issues surrounding human trafficking, sexual assault, and the pervasive influence of pornography on society. Heidi shares her extensive experience in working with victims of sexual violence and highlights the misconceptions surrounding these topics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of open conversations, education, and awareness in combating these issues, as well as the need for better laws and regulations to protect children in the digital age.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conversation04:05 Heidi Olson's Background and Expertise06:35 Understanding Forensic Nursing07:53 The Reality of Sexual Assault Injuries10:41 Mislabeling Victims of Trafficking12:22 The Complexity of Human Trafficking14:06 Demographics of Victims16:01 The Role of Gender in Victimization18:08 Understanding Sexual Assault vs. Trafficking19:19 The Misconceptions of Trafficking23:22 The Impact of Pornography on Society27:04 The Addiction to Pornography30:39 Child-on-Child Sexual Assault32:24 Addressing the Porn Industry34:23 The Impact of Pornography on Relationships35:17 The Rise of Deepfakes and Their Consequences35:56 Desensitization and Vulnerability in Youth37:10 The Glamourization of Pornography in Content Houses38:28 The Reality Behind OnlyFans Success Stories40:14 The Misconception of Empowerment in Sex Work42:26 The Psychological Effects of Pornography on Mental Health43:42 Trauma Responses and the Cycle of Exploitation47:57 Protecting Children in the Digital Age49:44 Legislative Gaps in Protecting Youth51:28 The Need for Regulation in AI and Pornography54:12 The Role of Society in Addressing Pornography57:08 Finding Hope and Taking Action01:00:59 A Message to Women EverywhereParadigm Shift Website: https://paradigmshifttc.com/https://www.thoseothergirls.com/post/porn-s-role-in-trafficking-and-sexual-assault-those-other-girls-episode-329Follow on Instagram:TOG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thoseothergirlspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mal: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@malyourgalpal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a Other Girls Media production.You are able to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, Pandora PLUS YouTube.Join our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want more TOG?Get the⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠app⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Order⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Those Other Girls Youtube Channe⁠⁠l⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dr Boyce breaks down the tragedy of financial trauma responses

Today, John and Vanessa unpack the lesser-known 'fawn' trauma response and how it often shapes adult relationships through people-pleasing and self-abandonment. They emphasizes the transformative power of setting boundaries, reclaiming one's voice, and embodiment (the practice of reconnecting with the body to better understand our needs, emotions, and desires). Find out more about Vanessa ⁠HERE⁠ Follow Vanessa on Instagram ⁠HERE Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE Jump into John's new Single. On Purpose app HERE Follow John on Instagram HERE Find out more about John HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever been singing in church when one lyric sends you spiraling back into the worst day of your life? Or you're walking through the grocery store when your child's favorite ice cream cracks open a wave of grief that leaves you breathless? Friend, those moments don't have to own you. In today's episode, Teresa shares the neuroscience behind grief triggers, the biblical story of Peter's restoration, and a gentle, research-backed method for replacing painful memories with ones that bring peace. You'll learn why your body responds the way it does—and what to do when it feels like your mind is stuck on replay. Key Takeaways: The Body's Alarm – why your brain stores trauma through sensory triggers Rewire vs. Repeat – what happens if painful memories aren't replaced The Scene Swap – how recalling one good moment can shift everything Truth That Sticks – why pairing memory with scripture brings lasting peace MEMORIAL DAY SALE: DISCOUNTED GRIEF MENTOR SESSION

In this episode, Sathiya addresses a listener's question about the complexities of intersecting traumas. He discusses the nature of trauma, emphasizing the importance of processing and integrating experiences rather than simply categorizing them as separate wounds. Sathiya encourages listeners to explore the patterns and emotions associated with their traumas, suggesting that understanding these connections can lead to deeper healing. He also highlights the value of seeking professional help when necessary, while reinforcing the importance of self-awareness and personal growth in the recovery journey.   Got a Question? It Could Be on the Podcast! Submit It Through This Form Find Out More About My DeepClean Recovery Program Here Get A Free Copy of The Last Relapse, A Blueprint For Recovery Watch Sathiya on Youtube For More Content Like This   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Trauma and Healing 02:15 Understanding Intersecting Traumas 05:28 Processing Trauma: The Importance of Integration 08:45 Finding Patterns in Trauma Responses

Episode Summary In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, host Janeen Herskovitz shares her personal journey of managing stress following a challenging trip to Asheville with her family. She discusses the unique stressors that come with being a parent of an autistic child and how acute stress can significantly impact emotional well-being. Janeen explores […] The post Understanding Trauma Responses | A Caregiver's Guide appeared first on Puzzle Peace Counseling.

Send us a textINTRODUCTION:In this gripping episode of the Sex, Drugs, and Jesus Podcast, host De'Vannon Seráphino welcomes the talented Elizabeth Hendrick, author of 'Exodai,' a brutally honest memoir exploring love, obsession, and torture. Elizabeth shares her journey of self-discovery through her sadomasochist relationship with a Japanese dominatrix, touching on themes of BDSM, spiritual lessons, and personal growth. With candid discussions on infatuation, self-love, past life regression, and the healing power of therapy and psychedelics, this episode offers a unique blend of spiritual and sexual insight. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between deep emotional healing and the world of kink.Playlists: https://music.apple.com/profile/DeVannonSeraphinoWebsite: https://www.SexDrugsAndJesus.comINCLUDED IN THIS EPISODE (But not limited to):·      A Super Vulnerable Memoir.·      Tokyo's BDSM Underground Scene.·      Love vs. Infatuation. ·      The Effect of Guilt/Shame on Self-Love.·      Trauma Responses.·      At What Age Do Kink Tendencies Begin?·      How Does Ego Plays Into All This?·      How Does God Plays Into All This? CONNECT WITH ELIZABETH HENDRICK:Website: https://exodai.co.ukMemoir: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJDKPZMTIG: https://www.instagram.com/exodainarrated/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@exodaimemoirX: https://x.com/exodaimemoir CONNECT WITH DE'VANNON SERÁPHINO:TikTok: https://shorturl.at/nqyJ4YouTube: https://bit.ly/3daTqCMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devannonEmail: SDJPodcastNewYork@Gmail.comThanks for listening!!! Please follow us on YouTube + TikTok @SexDrugsAndJesusPodcast

We want to work with YOU! 15 Minute Free Consultation  Start healing now! Set up a Coaching Session Welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Therapy, where licensed marriage and family therapists Tim and Ruth Olson guide you in transforming life's challenges into opportunities for personal growth and healthier relationships. Join us this week as we delve into financial trauma, exploring how past experiences influence our current financial behaviors and create conflict. We'll uncover the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses that arise in money disputes, offering insightful strategies to manage and overcome them. By understanding these emotional triggers, you can foster honest communication, build trust, and work together as a team towards financial harmony. If your past financial traumas continue to hold you back, Tim and Ruth provide guidance through EMDR and their coaching program, ensuring you not only heal but thrive together. Embark on this journey towards healing and improved financial communication with us on Mr. and Mrs. Therapy. [Remember, our podcast is here to spark conversations and offer insights. Join our community on our Mr. and Mrs. Therapy Podcast Group, share your experiences at podcast@mrandmrstherapy.com, and if you're seeking more personalized advice, consider booking your free coaching consultation. Please note, this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide diagnosis or treatment.] {Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide diagnosis or treatment. For personalized support, please seek professional help or call the National Suicide Hotline at 988 if you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or needs emotional support.}

In this episode, I share a personal situation between myself and my birth mother. I don't have all the answers, and I ask you, my listeners, what do you think? Have you ever experienced this, or have you noticed your trauma has caused you to misunderstand others' intentions? Let me know! If you are interested in finding out more about a light hypnotic therapy that can allow release of buried traumas, I want you to know about something called Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery," or SMGI. It's helped me release some key chunks of my adoption trauma, and so much so that I was inspired to become a practitioner. This is my life's work and my purpose. I am now helping clients in my local city in a dedicated healing space, but I also am very excited to offer sessions via video, online. Check out my website if this interests you, because everyone should have hope that their pain can be processed, and I'm telling you, and my clients can tell you, it truly can. To learn more, please visit Somatic Healing Journeys at somatichealingjourneys.com. Connect With Melissa: -Email Melissa here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mindyourownkarma@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Click here for the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Your Own Karma Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠-Click here for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Somatic Mindful Guided Imagery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Find Mind Your Own Karma on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Click here for a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠comprehensive list of adoptee/adoptee trauma-informed practitioners. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. ________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WANT TO BE A GUEST? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (click to email mindyourownkarma@gmail.com)  Mind Your Own Karma – The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology.  We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to not only educate the world, but also give ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hope and healing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to those deeply affected by adoption trauma.  *** This podcast's mission is on adoption education. If you have an expertise that you think would be beneficial to anyone touched by adoption and would like to be on the podcast, get in touch with me. #adopt #adoption #adoptee #adopteevoices #adopteesspeak #adoptionpodcast #adopteepodcast #mindyourownkarma #primalwound #adopted #adoptionjourney #thefog #adoptionfog #hypnotherapy #adoptiveparents #birthmother #constellationconversation #firesideadoptees #grief #emotionalpain #adoptionawareness #birthfamily #biologicalfamily #adoptiontrauma #emotionaltrauma #emotionalhealing #findmyfamily #smgi #bekind #somatichealing #somaticexperiencing #ancestry #ancestrydna #23andme #adoptionstory #dna #attachmentstyles #reactiveattachmentdisorder #rad #changeyourlife --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/melissa-ann-brunetti/support

How do you respond to uncertainty? How do we microdose wellness in the face of a macro event? In this episode, Lindsey offers a framework for navigating uncertainty with grounding, resilience, and a focus on collective care. You'll hear the pitfalls of reacting versus responding, the power of trauma-informed practices, and the importance of prioritizing self-care before engaging with the world. It's a roadmap for leaders and teams to weather any storm while staying true to their values and mission. Because in the end, the way to freedom is choosing each other, communicating and collaborating across differences, and staying resourced enough to access our innovation.Episode HighlightsNavigating Uncertainty (1:05)Reframing Perfectionism and Self-Compassion (06:55)Profile of the public instead of me, we, the world (4:00)Somatic: Compost perfectionism (08:55)Understanding Trauma Responses (13:30) Projection vs. Reflection in Leadership Communication (17:50)Somatic: Ocular Reset (22:05)Creating trauma-sensitive containers: consistency, predictability, and caring relationships (28:25)Pro-social pauses (33:00)Embracing curiosity (37:00)Affirmations (38:25)Homework (38:50)Critical hope: Be a rabid fan of yourself, of your self-care, of your stability. Heal out loud, but do so in mindful ways. Lean on community and trust into the fact that you joined this work because you wanted to make a difference. (39:00)For more information + episode details visit weareforgood.com/episode/navigating-uncertainty.Support the showBecome a Member and Get All-Access to Everything We Are For Good!Experience the Impact Uprising Membership by We Are For Good: an ecosystem to learn, connect + grow in the power of a value-aligned community. Members gather monthly with Jon + Becky at exclusive members-only meetups + get video access to all new podcast episodes in an ad-free experience + so much more! Learn more + join us at weareforgood.com.Say hi

An emergency situation while hiking on the Appalachian Trail resulted in an extremely normal trauma response from me. Realizing the correlations between this trauma response and my past trauma responses to covert narcissism opened my eyes. My responses to trauma are normal responses! I'm not broken. I'm not over-reactive. These situations with a covert narcissist have been traumatic, and my system responded accordingly. I hope this personal story helps you to make the same connections in your journey of healing. I am Renee Swanson, and I help people recover from covert narcissistic abuse. Are you tired of feeling isolated and alone?  Are you searching for people who get it?  Are you confused, reactive and unsure what to do?  Are you running in circles in your mind? Are you worried for your kids and the effect this is having on them?  Do you want to know how not to raise another narcissist in this world? I can help you! I offer both group and individual coaching, which you can find at www.covertnarcissism.com  Renee Swanson, Certified Coach and Advocate for Victims of Covert Narcissistic Abuse http://www.covertnarcissism.com https://www.tiktok.com/@cngreneeswanson https://www.youtube.com/@cngreneeswanson https://www.facebook.com/renee.covertnarcissism   #Trauma #abuse #gaslighting #narcissism #narcissist #CovertNarcissism #podcast

Breakdown to Breakthrough with Lisa A. Romano  4 Odd Trauma Responses Your Body Holds Onto In this insightful episode, Lisa A. Romano explores how unhealed trauma responses can remain stuck in the body, manifesting as physical symptoms that often go unnoticed or misunderstood. Lisa discusses four unusual trauma responses that may be affecting you more than you realize: Tightness in the Belly: This common response is often linked to unresolved fear or anxiety, stemming from past traumatic experiences. The body holds onto this tension, signaling that something remains unresolved. Freaking Out When Things Start Going Well: For many, success or happiness triggers a fear response. This reaction is rooted in the belief that good things won't last, leading to self-sabotage or overwhelming anxiety just when life starts to improve. Mistaking Thinking for Feeling: Trauma can disconnect you from your emotions, leading you to rely heavily on thinking rather than truly feeling. This can create a barrier to emotional healing, as the mind takes over what the heart needs to process. Pursed Lips or Tightness in the Face, Neck, and Jaw: Chronic tension in these areas physically manifests suppressed emotions, particularly anger or frustration. This response can become habitual, reflecting unexpressed feelings stuck in the body. Lisa delves into how these physical responses are not just quirks but signals from your body that something deeper needs attention. By recognizing and understanding these trauma responses, you can heal the mind-body connection, release stored tension, and move towards a more balanced, authentic self. Embark on the path to conscious awakening, emotional healing, and transformation with Lisa's Conscious Healing Academy, which includes a 3 tier coaching system that assists with one's awakening, emotional intelligence, and mental and emotional mastery.  12 Week Breakthrough Program (Level One - The Awakening) 8 Week Master Your Reality (Level 2 -- Deliberate Creating) Soul School - (Level Three -- Ascending Ego) To learn more, contact Lisa and her team members here; Contact Website Spotify Award Winning Books  Facebook Support Group