Shaun O.
Shaun O.
0003 - On Abuse and Trauma
0003 - On Abuse and Trauma
0003 - On Abuse and Trauma
Sunday 28th October 2018
Join Shaun O. in 'Mental Theorycrafting' as he shares his journey through abuse and trauma, exploring recovery and the importance of support.
Explicit
68 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Supportive
Raw
Engaging
About this podcast
Author:
Shaun O.
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Shaun O. on Overcoming Abuse and Trauma: A Journey of Healing
Finding purpose in our life is an existential question that we pretty much have, that continues to remain unsolved, so that sometimes drives the hopelessness you know that we feel within ourselves and among our environment.
Ever wondered how our past traumas shape our present lives? In this episode of 'Mental Theorycrafting', Shaun O. dives deep into his personal experiences with abuse and trauma, offering a raw and honest look at the path to recovery. Shaun kicks off with an intriguing discussion about Barry Commoner's four basic rules of ecology, drawing parallels between ecological principles and human adaptability. He also shares charming anecdotes about his two cats, likening their social behaviors to broader animal kingdom dynamics.
This sets the stage for a profound exploration of abuse—defined by Shaun as the misuse or mismanagement of something beyond its intended purpose. He explains how trauma can cause brain damage within the limbic nervous system, leading to emotional processing issues and extreme suffering. Throughout the episode, Shaun emphasizes the crucial role of positive support and opportunities in recovery.
He touches on genetics and genetic engineering, pondering how biological modifications could potentially alleviate undesirable traits that hinder one's quality of life. Shaun delves into the mind's response to trauma and anxiety, highlighting the dangers of obsessive negative thinking and self-destructive behaviors. He underscores the importance of finding purpose in life, acknowledging it as an existential question many struggle to answer.
The episode wraps up with a discussion on how abuse impacts various aspects of life, from education to the workplace, and even our internal worlds. Shaun's belief in our collective consciousness and the integration of subconscious flaws into our nervous systems offers a unique perspective on trauma. His personal journey towards healing is both inspiring and hopeful, providing valuable insights into breaking the cycle of abuse and trauma.