Overcoming PTSD with Brad Schipke

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Stop Saying “Tomorrow”: The PTSD Routine Challenge That Changes Everything

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Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

In this episode, Brad walks you through a powerful routines challenge designed to break the “I’ll start tomorrow” cycle that keeps so many trauma survivors stuck. Instead of chasing the perfect routine, he shows you how to dissolve resistance and take simple, doable action today.

You’ll explore why starting is always the hardest part, how your brain tricks you into postponing change, and what it really takes to build momentum in PTSD recovery. Brad uses practical examples—like getting out of bed, exercising, brushing your teeth, or processing—to show how small, immediate actions can transform your future self.

This is a workshop-style session with live coaching, so you’re invited to pick one specific routine you’ve been putting off, commit to it, and create a concrete plan to follow through. By the end, you won’t just understand routines—you’ll have actually taken the first step toward becoming the version of you who follows through.

 

💡 What You’ll Learn

  • How to break the “I’ll do it tomorrow” loop that stalls PTSD recovery
  • Why starting a new routine takes more energy than maintaining one
  • How to use tiny actions today to build big momentum over time
  • How to choose one realistic habit instead of overwhelming yourself with ten
  • How to use alarms and scheduling to support your routines (without relying on motivation)
  • How to work with resistance instead of shaming yourself for not doing enough
  • How to prioritize your healing routines over distractions and low-priority tasks
  • How to adapt routines when life changes (relationships, work, health, pain, etc)
  • How teaching and sharing your goals with others can deepen your own growth
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    🧠 Key Takeaway

    Tomorrow never comes—your future self is built by the small, imperfect actions you take today.

     

    🔗 Next Steps

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    To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable

     

    CHAPTERS:

    00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching
    00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session
    01:17 The Importance of Routines
    02:57 Identifying and Overcoming Resistance
    04:14 Practical Steps to Implement Routines
    06:46 Breaking the Resistance: Real-Life Examples
    11:47 Community Engagement and Personal Challenges
    24:32 Breaking Resistance with Simple Actions
    24:54 Teaching as a Tool for Retention
    26:03 Engaging in Conversations for Growth
    27:00 Taking Action Without Overthinking
    27:37 Setting Realistic Goals and Alarms
    30:35 Focusing on One Thing at a Time
    31:51 Building Momentum with Small Steps
    37:14 Honoring Commitments and Adjusting Schedules
    45:14 Final Thoughts and Announcements
     
     

    Topics Covered:

    PTSD recovery routines • trauma healing habits • overcoming resistance • breaking avoidance patterns • nervous system regulation • micro habits for PTSD • trauma coping tools • daily processing routine • morning and night routines for trauma survivors • emotional regulation skills • building momentum in PTSD healing • self-discipline after trauma • mindset for PTSD recovery • practical PTSD routine challenge • behavior change for trauma survivors

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