Recognizing Your Nervous System Adaptations as a Trauma Surviving Mom

Have you ever found yourself reacting to your children in ways that leave you feeling confused, guilty, or overwhelmed? As mothers who have experienced trauma, our responses to everyday parenting challenges can sometimes feel out of our control. But what if I told you these reactions aren't character flaws, but rather your body's way of trying to keep you safe?

In this eye-opening episode, we're peeling back the layers on the four trauma responses - fight, flight, freeze, and fawn - and how they show up in the trenches of motherhood. Get ready for some serious "aha" moments as we explore:

Recognizing Your Trauma Responses in Parenting

• How the fight response can manifest as yelling or over-controlling behavior
• Why you might find yourself constantly cleaning or emotionally checking out (hello, flight response!)
• The paralysis of the freeze response when conflicts arise
• How people-pleasing and ignoring your own needs stem from the fawn response

From Survival Mode to Conscious Parenting

As we unpack each response, you'll gain insight into the thoughts and behaviors that signal when you're operating from a place of past trauma. More importantly, you'll learn why these responses aren't failures, but adaptations that once kept you alive.

"These are not character flaws," I remind you. "They are simply nervous system adaptations. They are a sign that your body has done its job and kept you safe."

Your Invitation to Heal and Grow

If you're resonating with multiple trauma responses, take a deep breath. This awareness is the first step towards change. I'll guide you through a simple self-reflection exercise to identify your most common response and notice how it feels in your body.

Ready to move from reactive to regulated in your parenting? I've got something special for you. My upcoming book, "Breaking Free: Parenting in the Midst of Trauma Recovery," dives even deeper into these concepts, offering practical tools for shifting out of survival mode.

Join the waitlist now to receive:

• Early access to the book
• Exclusive pre-order bonuses
• Surprise goodies to support your healing journey

Remember, beautiful cycle breaker, you don't have to figure this out alone. Let's continue mending the past so we can parent from a place of peace - one breath at a time.

Join the waitlist here:

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🎁 Ready to break free from the chaos and unlock peace in your motherhood journey?

Start with my free guide, Unlocking Peace, designed to help you take the first step toward calm and connection.

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