Are you stuck on a business decision, unable to tell if you're being strategic or if your nervous system is activated? In this episode, we explore how to distinguish between strategic thinking and trauma responses that disguise themselves as due diligence. You'll learn the specific characteristics of each, which types of decisions are most likely to trigger trauma responses, and practical strategies for moving forward when you're stuck.

This episode is essential listening if you find yourself circling the same decisions endlessly, requiring certainty that doesn't exist, or feeling frozen when it's time to take action in your business or career.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Hook: Is this strategic thinking or your nervous system?
0:07 - Introduction: Strategic vs. Trauma Response
1:30 - Why This Is So Confusing for Trauma Survivors
4:00 - What Strategic Thinking Actually Feels Like
8:30 - What Trauma Response Looks Like
13:00 - Decisions That Trigger Trauma Responses
16:30 - How to Move Forward When You're Stuck
23:00 - Your Intuition Is Still Valid
25:00 - Closing & Call to Action

What You'll Learn:
* Why trauma survivors struggle to distinguish between strategic thinking and trauma responses
* The specific characteristics of strategic thinking versus trauma-based paralysis
* Which types of decisions are most likely to activate your nervous system
* Practical strategies for moving forward when you're stuck in freeze response
* How to honor your trauma-informed intuition while still making necessary decisions

Resources Mentioned:
* The Resilient Career Academy Career Coaching Community (waitlist): https://www.cyndibennettconsulting.com/resilientcareercoaching-waitlist
* Book a Discovery Call to explore working together: https://calendly.com/cyndibennettconsulting/30min

When you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you grow your career journey:

1. Free trauma-informed career development resources from my website! Visit https://www.cyndibennettconsulting.com for always up-to-date tips.
2. Ready to build a fulfilling career with trauma-informed support? Join The Resilient Career Academy Learning Community, where trauma survivors support each other, share resources, and develop career resilience in a safe, understanding environment
3. Ready for personalized trauma-informed career coaching? Explore my range of virtual coaching packages designed for different stages of your career journey. Visit my website to find the right support for where you are now. [Visit my website: https://www.cyndibennettconsulting.com/1-on-1-coaching]

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