Unmasking Trauma: Joe Ryan's Journey to Self-Compassion
I have to undo that and if I think that's going to be done by Thursday, I'm out of my mind.
What if the key to healing lies in peeling away the layers that shield us from our deepest pains? In this episode of 'It's Not You, It's Your Trauma', Joe Ryan takes listeners on an emotional journey through the intricate process of trauma recovery. Ryan speaks candidly about the layers of defensiveness, protection, and fear that we build up over time to guard ourselves from hurt.
As we dig deeper, these layers become harder to navigate, revealing the raw wounds that started it all. But Ryan's message is clear: we're no longer those helpless children, and we don't need those old defenses anymore. He emphasizes the importance of self-kindness and compassion as we uncover these buried emotions. Balancing between the darkness of our past and moments of grandiosity, Ryan sheds light on how empathy, sympathy, and compassion play crucial roles in the healing process.
His honest and vulnerable approach offers a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with their own traumatic past. Tune in to find out how you can start peeling back your own layers and embark on a journey toward healing and self-compassion.