Posts in Category "Most Helpful – 4 Stars"

✭✭✭✭ 5.19 Family Brain Hijinks (Pt III of Brain Patterning Series)

Jun 24, 2021 | Audio Podcasts | Subscribers, Brain Patterning, Brain Programming, Family Brain Hijinx, Git Educated | Intermediate, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 05, Seasons, Subscriber Content, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores the intricate relationship between family dynamics, neural networks, and generational trauma. It delves into how early childhood experiences shape our brain patterns and influence our adult relationships. The discussion covers mental abuse tactics, the challenges of maintaining boundaries with toxic family members, and the potential benefits of limiting or cutting contact. Understanding these mechanisms can help individuals recognize unhealthy patterns and make informed decisions about their family relationships in the context of trauma recovery.

✭✭✭✭ 5.7 Neurological Basis of Fragmented Personalities (Your Trauma Life on Survival Neural Networks)

May 26, 2021 | Subscriber Content, Audio Podcasts | Subscribers, Brain Operations, DID, Parts, Fragmentation, Git Educated | Intermediate, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 05, Seasons, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores the concept of fragmented personalities in trauma survivors from a neurobiological perspective. Drawing on Janina Fisher’s work, it explains how neural networks form different personality parts as adaptive responses to trauma. The discussion covers survival responses, the development of a “get shit done” personality, and how understanding these mechanisms can reduce self-blame and shame. This framework offers a new way to interpret seemingly contradictory behaviors and emotions in trauma survivors, potentially aiding in recovery and self-compassion.

✭✭✭✭ 4.25 Defining Covert (Vulnerable) Narcissists

Apr 29, 2021 | Audio Podcasts | Subscribers, Git Educated | Intermediate, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 04, Seasons, Subscriber Content, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores the concept of covert narcissism, a less recognized but equally damaging form of narcissistic personality disorder. It delves into the characteristics of vulnerable narcissists, the signs of being in a relationship with one, and the psychological impact on their victims. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing subtle manipulation tactics and trusting one’s bodily responses to potentially toxic relationships. While not diagnostic, this information can help individuals better understand their experiences and seek appropriate support in trauma recovery.

✭✭✭✭ 3.23 How to deal with Emotions

Oct 21, 2020 | Audio Podcasts | Subscribers, Git Educated | Intermediate, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 03, Seasons, Subscriber Content, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores practical techniques for dealing with difficult emotions in trauma recovery. The host shares personal experiences and strategies, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, journaling, nature therapy, and self-compassion. Key topics include recognizing dissociation, allowing oneself to feel emotions without judgment, and developing self-awareness. The discussion provides a balanced approach to emotional regulation, acknowledging the challenges while offering actionable steps for healing and personal growth.

✭✭✭✭ Early release: HOW to deal with emotions

Oct 21, 2020 | Subscriber Content, Early CPTSD Info, Git Changing | Advanced, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 03, Seasons, Transcripts, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores practical techniques for dealing with difficult emotions in trauma recovery. The host shares personal experiences and strategies, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, journaling, nature therapy, and self-compassion. Key topics include recognizing dissociation, allowing oneself to feel emotions without judgment, and developing self-awareness. The discussion provides a balanced approach to emotional regulation, acknowledging the challenges while offering actionable steps for healing and personal growth.

✭✭✭✭ 3.22 Emotions, Attention, and Cognition

Oct 10, 2020 | Subscriber Content, Audio Podcasts | Subscribers, Git Educated | Intermediate, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 03, Seasons, Voted Most Helpful

This episode explores the complex relationship between emotions, cognition, and trauma recovery. It delves into how our family backgrounds and social environments shape our ability to recognize and process emotions. The discussion covers negative priming, overstimulation, and fear responses, explaining how these factors can impact emotional awareness and self-evaluation in trauma survivors. By understanding these connections, individuals can begin to address their emotional dissociation and work towards more effective trauma recovery.

✭✭✭✭ BONUS 0.0 “Revert to Draft” | Before TMFRs; Your Recovery Trek

May 14, 2019 | Subscriber Content, Bonus Episodes, Early CPTSD Info, Git Changing | Advanced, Most Helpful – 4 Stars, Patron Season 00, Seasons, Voted Most Helpful

This episode uses a hiking metaphor to describe the journey of trauma recovery, from rock bottom to a place of resilience and self-awareness. It outlines various stages of the recovery process, including overcoming depression, identifying problems, gaining perspective, and moving forward. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, journaling, and connecting with nature as tools for healing. While acknowledging the challenges, the episode highlights the potential for personal growth and increased self-understanding through the recovery journey.