interpersonal skills Archives - Traumatized Motherfuckers

BONUS NUG: The Freedom of Fucking Up (and apologizing when you do)

Aug 2, 2024 | Bonus Video, Git Changing | Advanced, Patron Season 12, Seasons, self (with a small s), self-defense mechanisms, Series, Subscriber Content, Transcripts

t-brain says: mistakes and apologies = danger. Especially in the self esteem department. h-brain says: nah, Fucker....

4.7 Major-Image Distorting self-Defenses [Splitting and Projective Identification]

Jul 29, 2024 | Public Content, Public Podcast, Public Season 04, Seasons, self-defense mechanisms, Series, Subscriber Content

Back to Basics: What IS Abuse? In 2024 terms. With examples.

Jul 28, 2024 | BACK TO BASICS, Bonus Video, Git Changing | Advanced, Narcs, Abuse, Safety, Patron Season 12, Seasons, Series, Subscriber Content, Transcripts

The question that fucks with us all, on both ends of the relationship dynamic. How do we define "abuse"? And how can...

3.9a NonViolent (Effective) Communication

Sep 15, 2023 | Public Content, Blog, Education, NonViolent Communication, Public Blog, Public Season 03, RECOVERY, Seasons

This podcast episode explores NonViolent Communication (NVC) as a framework for effective communication in relationships and personal growth. It breaks down the four steps of NVC: separating observations from evaluations, identifying and owning feelings, recognizing underlying needs, and making requests. The episode discusses how this approach can help individuals with trauma histories improve their communication skills and understand their emotions and needs better.

3.8b Shitpologies (AKA non-apology apologies)

Sep 1, 2023 | Public Content, Blog, Public Blog, Public Season 03, Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust, YOUR Parts in Relationship

This podcast episode explores the concept of non-apology apologies and their impact on relationships. It discusses various types of ineffective apologies, such as “I’m sorry if,” “I’m sorry, you know I,” “I’m sorry but,” and “I’m sorry you.” The episode emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility, acknowledging the other person’s experience, and offering genuine amendments for repairing relationships. It also touches on the upcoming topic of nonviolent communication as a more effective way to handle conflicts and maintain healthy relationships.

3.4 Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust Issues in Relationship

Apr 7, 2023 | Public Blog, Public Content, Public Podcast, Public Season 03, Vulnerability, Intimacy, and Trust

Explore the challenges of vulnerability, intimacy, and trust in relationships for individuals with Complex PTSD. Learn about common relationship patterns, the importance of human connection in trauma recovery, and strategies for building healthier relationships. Discover how trauma impacts attachment styles and the potential for healing through supportive connections.

✭✭ 2.17 Early Days Rerelease: Deactivation, hot & cold relationships explained

Aug 20, 2020 | CPTSD Relationship Downfalls, Most Helpful - 2 Stars, Patron Season 02, Public Content, Public Podcast, Public Rereleases, Seasons, Voted Most Helpful

This podcast episode explores the concept of relational deactivation in complex trauma survivors. The host discusses how this defense mechanism develops from childhood experiences of rejection and neglect, leading to challenges in adult relationships. Personal anecdotes illustrate the pattern of intense attachment followed by sudden detachment. The episode provides insight into why trauma survivors may struggle with maintaining consistent relationships and offers a framework for understanding these behaviors as protective responses rather than character flaws.

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