Understanding Post-Traumatic Relationship Syndrome with Brianne Davis-Gantt
Episode Overview
PTRS can arise from long-term emotional, mental, or physical abuse in relationships. Symptoms include insomnia, anxiety, sexual dysfunction, and distrust. Journaling and active meditation are effective coping mechanisms. Self-forgiveness and radical acceptance are crucial steps in healing. Understanding and managing PTRS can help you move forward and form healthy connections.
When a breakup happens, a death happens. Something is ending. This relationship is ending.
Breakups can be brutal, but have you ever heard of Post-Traumatic Relationship Syndrome (PTRS)? In this episode of Secret Life, Brianne Davis-Gantt opens up about the deep emotional wounds left by toxic relationships. PTRS is a condition that arises from long-term emotional, mental, or physical abuse in relationships, and it can feel just as debilitating as PTSD.
Brianne dives into the symptoms like insomnia, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction, and explains how these can hold you back from forming new, healthy connections. Sharing her own experiences and those of her clients, Brianne offers practical advice on managing PTRS. From journaling to active meditation, she provides a toolkit for healing. She also emphasises the importance of self-forgiveness and radical acceptance. This episode is a must-listen if you've ever felt stuck after a breakup or are struggling to move forward.
Brianne's candid and compassionate approach will leave you feeling understood and hopeful for the future. So, if you're ready to understand more about PTRS and start your healing journey, this episode is for you.