CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*tLiving with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can be overwhelming, confusing, and lonely—but you don't have to ...
Understanding CPTSD: A Guide for the People Who Love Us
This special episode is designed for the partners, friends, and family members of those living with CPTSD. If someone you care about has shared this with you, it’s because they trust you and want to invite you into their healing journey. In this episode, I break down what CPTSD is, how it affects relationships, and why certain emotional responses – like shutting down or pulling away – might happen.We’ll explore how trauma shapes the brain, why trust can feel fragile, and how to offer support during flashbacks or dissociation. I’ll also provide practical tools to help you reconnect after difficult moments and build long-term patterns of trust and safety. Whether you're starting to date someone with CPTSD or deepening an existing relationship, this episode offers insight and guidance to help you show up with empathy and understanding.Healing doesn’t happen alone – it happens in connection. By being here, you’re already making a difference.Next week’s episode will explore the neuroscience behind CPTSD and how trauma affects the brain.💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed.By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone. Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people.We’re in this together. 💛
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Flashbacks and Dissociation: How to Stay Grounded
In this week’s Friday Healing episode, we’re diving into the challenging experiences of flashbacks and dissociation – two of the most disorienting symptoms of CPTSD. I’ll guide you through understanding why these responses happen, what’s going on in your brain and body, and, most importantly, how to gently bring yourself back to the present.We’ll explore practical grounding techniques like sensory exercises, breathwork, and visualization – simple tools you can use to stay anchored when flashbacks or dissociation strike. Plus, we’ll talk about how to create a grounding routine and build long-term resilience to reduce the frequency and intensity of these episodes over time.If you’ve ever felt powerless in the face of overwhelming memories or the sense of detachment that comes with dissociation, this episode is for you. You are not alone, and healing is possible – one grounding breath at a time.Join me as we make sense of this together.Next week, we’ll dive into building external support systems and finding community on the healing journey.💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed.By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone. Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people.We’re in this together. 💛
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Mindful Eating: A Simple Practice for Healing
In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of mindful eating – not just as a personal practice, but as a tool for building resilience, fostering growth, and inspiring others. We'll explore how sharing our experiences creates meaningful connections, amplifying the benefits of mindfulness within communities. From personal reflections to mentorship and community collaboration, this episode highlights the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in driving lasting change. Whether you're just beginning your mindful eating journey or seeking ways to deepen your practice, you'll find insights on how to sustain progress, adapt to life’s challenges, and extend the impact of mindful eating beyond the table.Join us as we uncover how mindful eating nourishes not just the body, but the heart and mind – and how sharing that journey can ripple outward, creating healing and growth for all.💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed. By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone. Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people. We’re in this together. 💛
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Setting Healing Goals for the New Year
In this quick healing episode, Gregory dives into the power of setting recovery goals as we head into the new year. Healing from CPTSD can feel overwhelming, but breaking it down into small, achievable goals can make the process feel less daunting and more empowering.Gregory shares insights on:Why tiny steps can lead to big changes over time.How to set realistic goals that align with your healing journey.Simple ways to track your progress without adding pressure.Remember, healing isn’t linear, and every small step forward is worth celebrating. Take what resonates, try it out, and come back next week for our main episode: Grounding Technique: Mindful Eating.💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed. By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone. Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people. We’re in this together. 💛
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Reframing Negative Thoughts: A Cognitive Therapy Guide
In this powerful episode of "CPTSD: Let's Make Sense of This Shit," host Gregory dives deep into the world of cognitive reframing, offering practical tools and strategies for those struggling with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD).Key topics covered:Understanding how CPTSD leads to negative thought patternsIdentifying common cognitive distortionsPractical techniques for reframing negative thoughtsStrategies for managing social anxiety and building confidencePersonal anecdotes and listener storiesGregory shares his own experiences with overcoming social anxiety, providing relatable examples of how these techniques can be applied in real-life situations. The episode also includes a special challenge for listeners to practice reframing their thoughts and share their experiences.Whether you're dealing with CPTSD or simply looking to improve your mental well-being, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Join us as we learn to make sense of our thoughts and take control of our healing journey.Don't miss our next episode on setting healing goals for the New Year!podcasts💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed.By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone. Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people.We’re in this together. 💛Remember, you're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Let's reframe those thoughts together!
CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*tLiving with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can be overwhelming, confusing, and lonely—but you don't have to face it alone. CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t is your go-to podcast for breaking down trauma recovery with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor to keep things real.Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or have been working on it for years, this podcast offers practical strategies, emotional support, and relatable stories from those who've walked in your shoes. Tune in twice a week as we explore what it truly means to live with CPTSD. Our Main Podcast episodes (Tuesdays) feature in-depth discussions, expert advice, and actionable tools to help you understand and navigate CPTSD. On Fridays, our Healing Episodes deliver short, calming exercises and grounding techniques to help you find balance and relief in the moment.Through raw conversations, expert insights, and an unshakeable sense of empathy, we’re here to help you make sense of the tough stuff and remind you that healing is within reach—even when it feels impossible. Whether you’re battling anxiety, emotional flashbacks, or the daily weight of trauma, this podcast is your companion on the path to recovery. You’re not alone, and just by showing up, you’re already doing great. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛If this podcast has helped you make sense of C-PTSD, consider joining our Supporters Club. Your support helps us continue these crucial conversations on trauma and healing—conversations that can be hard to find but deeply needed.By joining, you ensure we can keep offering insights, support, and real talk to those navigating their journey with C-PTSD. Together, we can make sure no one faces this alone.Click here to join our Supporters Club and support more people.We’re in this together. 💛
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