S3E68:Untriggered Mama: Practical Tools for Regaining Inner Strength (Bonus Episode)

As a mama healing from past trauma, have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions? Trapped in a cycle of barely keeping your head above water, struggling to stay afloat amidst the chaos and demands of motherhood? That inner voice whispering you're not enough, not doing it right, not coping like you should be? If so, you're not alone.

In this candid conversation, the host gets vulnerable about her personal journey navigating "survival mode" as a trauma-surviving mother. With refreshing transparency, she opens up about the telltale signs that revealed her nervous system was merely existing in a constant state of stress, not truly thriving:

• Persistent fatigue and low energy, despite no physical overexertion
• Difficulty concentrating, along with concerning memory lapses
• Emotional reactivity and feeling constantly on-edge, easily triggered
• Neglecting basic self-care like hygiene, meals, or getting enough sleep

Yet through her hard-won wisdom and vulnerability, she offers a compassionate path forward rooted in self-love. You'll gain insight into:

Recognizing Your Body's Wake-up Calls

How these signs act as your body's way of communicating its overwhelmed, stressed state. The host gently guides you to get curious about what your symptoms are trying to tell you, rather than beating yourself up.

Cultivating Patience on Your Healing Path

Why it's critical to offer yourself grace as you work to rebuild essential coping skills. For trauma survivors whose nervous systems missed key developmental steps, healing takes time – be patient with yourself.

Building Your Personalized "Trigger Toolbox"

Practical, actionable strategies for creating a collection of coping tools tailored to your needs. With these in your back pocket, you'll learn to de-escalate from an activated state so you can show up more calmly for your children when tough moments arise.

If the weight of past trauma leaves you feeling adrift in the stormy seas of motherhood, let this honest look at survival mode be your lifeline. You'll find solace in the host's empathetic understanding, and a reminder that you don't have to navigate these choppy waters alone – a supportive community awaits to buoy you on your journey towards calmer shores.

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