Kina Penelope
Kina Penelope
Emotional flashbacks and CPTSD
Emotional flashbacks and CPTSD
Emotional flashbacks and CPTSD
Tuesday 27th October 2020
Learn how to manage emotional flashbacks and foster self-compassion in CPTSD recovery with Kina Penelope's expert insights.
12 minutes
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Kina Penelope
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Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
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Get the buttons here!Taming Emotional Flashbacks: Strategies for CPTSD Recovery
Complex trauma forces us to stay in an almost constant survival mode because our bodies haven't learned or accepted that we're safe.
Ever feel like you're reliving past trauma out of the blue? That's an emotional flashback, and Kina Penelope is here to help you understand and manage them. In this episode of 'Healing from the Inside', Kina breaks down what emotional flashbacks are and how they tie into complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). She explains that these flashbacks can sneak up on you for any reason, bringing with them waves of toxic shame and self-criticism.
But don't worry—there are ways to tackle them head-on. Kina shares practical tips on recognizing the red flags of emotional flashbacks, fostering self-compassion, and breaking the cycle of shame. She dives into how triggers can actually be helpful in your recovery journey. By becoming aware of what sets off these flashbacks, you can start to gain control over your emotional responses.
Kina also touches on Polyvagal theory, shedding light on how trauma affects the body and why managing emotional triggers is crucial for healing. Whether you're dealing with CPTSD yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Kina's empathetic approach makes complex topics accessible and relatable, giving you the tools to navigate your path to recovery.
Tune in to learn how to turn your emotional flashbacks from a source of pain into a stepping stone toward healing.