Understanding Trauma: A Key to Recovery
Episode Overview
Understanding trauma is essential for personal growth. Creating safe spaces is crucial in the healing process. Setting boundaries helps in managing trauma. Self-agency plays a significant role in recovery. Different forms of trauma require tailored approaches.
Trauma is not a conclusion to the story. It's a plotline that has a lot of potential.
In this episode of Blindsight, host Bill Lundgren and guest Anneliese Knop, a mental health counsellor, dive deep into the critical topic of trauma and its impact on recovery. Taking a break from their 12-step series, they explore what trauma is, how it affects our sense of safety, and why understanding it is essential for personal growth.
Anneliese brings her expertise to the table, discussing the various forms of trauma, from single-instance to complex trauma, and how these experiences can shape our behaviours and beliefs. She also touches on the importance of creating safe spaces and setting boundaries as part of the healing process. Bill and Anneliese discuss the connection between trauma and Step 6 of the 12-step program, emphasising the role of self-agency in recovery.
They share personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to take ownership of your recovery journey by recognising and addressing trauma. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps for healing. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation that could change your perspective on trauma and recovery.