Covid-19: Navigating Trauma and Finding Balance
My little piece of this conversation is always, and with my clients or any group that I do is helping people not recreate and rebond unconsciously with trauma, so that your system is getting more available and discharged from stress, from anxiety, from overwhelm, so that we can start to access mobilization, healthy mobilization to engage and to contribute to the world, into our families, into all of our relationships.
How do you really feel about Covid-19? In this episode of 'Untangle & Thrive', Angela McKinney dives into our complex relationships with the virus. For some, it brings fear and anxiety; for others, it sparks outrage. Angela isn't here to pick sides but to help you understand how these reactions shape your life and behaviors. She talks about 'trauma bonding' with Covid-19—a term that might sound intense but is all too real for many of us.
As we navigate the reopening of society, these bonds can either trap us in fear or push us to overreach for control. Angela calls this the 'authoritarian and victim paradigm', a chaotic system where no one truly thrives. But don't worry, she's got a plan to help you break free. Through creativity and skill-building, Angela shows how you can manage your body's threat responses and move from immobilization to healthy action.
By untangling these trauma bonds, you'll be better equipped to handle stress, engage with loved ones, and live a more balanced life. Whether you're feeling stuck or just looking for ways to cope better, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you thrive in these uncertain times.