The Trauma Tapes

We discuss the article by Rebecca Fishbein "Is Therapy-Speak Making Us Selfish?" We have lots of opinions on this subject.  

We answer a reader question about the default mode network. What is it? How does it work? How does it relate to trauma? And is psilocybin the only thing that helps us shake it up?

In this episode, the letter writer struggles with the idea of sharing her trauma with family members. We talk about memories, safe spaces, and the power of protecting yourself.

In this episode we talk to the letter writer about the concept of burnout and suggest ways to break out of the shame.   

The book is FINALLY HERE!!! We celebrate and discuss the book!

In this episode the letter writer is tempted to make up a past instead of sharing details of his childhood. We talk about integrating your story and the importance of a relational home.  

In this episode, we talk about "doing the work" and some of the sneaky ways that shame can show up in our lives.

This week, the letter writer is ashamed of not being in a relationship. We discuss how to reframe attraction and how to chart your own path.

Today we talk about how shame can cause extreme anxiety and what to do about it.  

Today we talk about how shame can get in the way of living your life and how to take small steps to feel better.