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✭ 3.3 Early Days Rerelease: Emotional Dissociation (AKA Numbing)

✭ 3.3 Early Days Rerelease: Emotional Dissociation (AKA Numbing)

Aug 29, 2020 | , , , , , , ,

This podcast episode explores emotional dissociation in the context of complex trauma. The host discusses the definition and signs of emotional detachment, drawing from both research and personal experiences. The episode delves into the origins of dissociation as a coping mechanism, its long-term effects, and the challenges of reintegrating emotions after prolonged numbness. The host shares their journey of navigating emotional extremes and offers insights into recognizing and addressing dissociative patterns in trauma recovery.

✭ 3.3 Early Days Rerelease: Emotional Dissociation (AKA Numbing)

2.1 Early Days Rerelease: The masks we wear; Hiding mental illness

Jul 17, 2020 | , , , , ,

This podcast episode explores the concept of “masking” in trauma recovery, discussing how individuals often hide their true selves and struggles behind a facade of normalcy. The host shares personal experiences with developing and maintaining masks, from childhood through adulthood, and the impact this has had on relationships and self-perception. The episode also touches on the process of gradually removing these masks and the positive effects of embracing vulnerability and authenticity in recovery.