The Trauma Recovery School

In this episode, we explore why these seemingly opposite experiences can both be connected to trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and difficulties with emotional regulation.

In this episode, we explore the connection between trauma, emotional numbness and feeling disconnected from yourself. For some people, emotional numbness can develop as a way of coping with overwhelming experiences. It may feel as though your emotions have been turned down, making everyday life seem distant or flat. This does not mean you are broken, and it does not mean you have to force yourself to feel something.

In this episode, we explore parentification, childhood trauma and people-pleasing, and why some people grow up feeling responsible for everyone around them. Parentification can happen when a child takes on adult-like responsibilities or feels they must care for a parent's emotional needs before they are ready. These experiences can shape how

In this episode, we explore why setting boundaries can feel unsafe after trauma, the connection between trauma and the fawn response, and why guilt often appears when you stop automatically appeasing other people.

In this episode, we explore the connection between trauma, sleep, and nervous system regulation, and why difficulties with sleep may sometimes be connected to a nervous system that has learned to remain alert. Sleep requires the body to move towards a state of rest and recovery. When your nervous system remains highly activated, that transition can become much more difficult. This can contribute to racing thoughts, physical tension, night-time alertness and difficulty settling.

In this episode, we explore the connection between trauma, chronic stress and the nervous system, and why experiences that affect the brain can also influence the way the body responds to everyday situations.

In this episode, we explore the fawn response and how trauma can influence your ability to say no, set boundaries, and listen to what you actually want. You'll learn why people-pleasing can feel automatic, why saying no may trigger fear or guilt, and how repeatedly overriding your own needs can affect your relationships, emotional wellbeing, and sense of self.

In this video, we explore the connection between trauma, nervous system regulation and the inability to rest, and why being physically inactive isn't always the same as experiencing genuine rest. You'll learn: Why you can feel exhausted but still struggle to relax Why sitting still can trigger racing thoughts or anxiety How trauma can keep your nervous system in a heightened state of alertness Why accepting help or slowing down can feel uncomfortable Why taking a holiday doesn't always resolve chronic exhaustion The connection between trauma, the stress response and rest Why creating nervous system safety is an important part of trauma recovery The goal isn't simply to tell you to sleep more, take a holiday or "try harder" to relax.

In this episode, we explore the connection between trauma and self-trust, and why repeatedly doubting yourself can become a learned survival pattern rather than a personality flaw. You'll learn: Why trauma can affect self-trust and decision-making Why you may constantly seek reassurance from other people How people pleasing and perfectionism can be connected to self-doubt Why repeatedly questioning yourself can become a learned pattern How small, consistent actions can help rebuild trust in yourself Why the Reprogram phase of the Trauma Recovery Method™ focuses on creating new patterns and responses Rebuilding self-trust isn't about forcing yourself to suddenly become confident.

In this episode, we explain why grief can appear during healing, the neuroscience behind delayed emotional processing, and why feeling emotional doesn't necessarily mean you're moving backwards. Instead, it may be a sign that your brain and body are finally beginning to release what they've carried for years.