Healing Through Anger: Navigating Emotions After Narcissistic Abuse
Anger in a dysregulated way is a sympathetic trauma response... the reason why I do these episodes is because I want to help educate you and I really want to support you, because you have the power to heal all of this yourself.
Anger is a powerful emotion, especially when it stems from the trauma of narcissistic abuse. In this episode of 'The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast', Caroline Strawson takes a deep dive into understanding anger and its complex role in the healing process. Have you ever wondered why anger feels so overwhelming? Caroline explains that dysregulated anger is a sympathetic trauma response, often emerging as a protective mechanism for those who have endured narcissistic abuse.
Using the Internal Family Systems model, Caroline breaks down how anger can scratch at the wounds of our self-worth. She guides listeners to approach their anger with curiosity rather than judgment, offering a new perspective on why these emotions surface. By asking the right questions and looking beyond the immediate feeling, we can uncover what our angry parts are trying to shield us from—often deeper pain and vulnerability.
Caroline’s empathetic and knowledgeable approach provides listeners with tools to move from Post Traumatic Stress to Post Traumatic Growth. She emphasizes that healing is a journey, one that requires patience, self-compassion, and support. If you're grappling with anger in the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you understand and manage your emotions.
Join Caroline as she unpacks the layers of anger, helping you transform this intense emotion into a stepping stone towards recovery and empowerment.