There's a psychological condition that's been flying under the radar for too long. It's a form of PTSD that builds up from more minor-seeming traumas you experienced throughout your life. And it may be the saboteur of your dating life and relationship success.

Worst part?

Most men have no idea it's lurking in the shadows of their psyche.

So, what's this condition?

It's something called Complex PTSD, or c-PTSD for short. It makes the work seem like an endlessly challenging place. But by understanding it, you can learn to lessen its grip and stop its control over you.

In today's episode, you'll discover what Complex PTSD is, how it starts and grows, and how to overcome it—whether you find it lurking in your psyche or a friend's or lover's.

Listen now.

Show Highlights Include:

• Is "Complex PTSD" haunting your relationships and dating life? Here's how to find out and thwart it if it is (0:52)
• Why c-PTSD happens in interpersonal relationships and how it can be triggered by simply swiping on dating apps (5:16)
• 2 real life examples of how c-PTSD plays out in careers, relationships, and life in general (7:10)
• The insidious way "mundane traumas" can build up in your psyche that can sabotage promotions, engagements, and steal the joy from life (11:25)
• 3 simple ways to help a friend or girlfriend struggling with c-PTSD (without offending them) (16:04)
• How group therapeutic coaching helps you navigate the choppy waters of c-PTSD without worrying about repercussions of your vulnerability (18:43)
• How to develop coping mechanisms for c-PTSD so triggering events don't throw you into chaos (21:06)

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