Trauma has become a major buzzword in today’s culture. But what does trauma actually mean? And how does it affect the mind, body, relationships, and nervous system?

In this episode of Fuller Living with Dr. Ashitey, we explore trauma in a grounded, compassionate, and evidence-based way—beyond social media trends and stereotypes.

Dr. Ashitey discusses:

• What trauma actually is
• How trauma affects the nervous system and body
• Why trauma responses are often misunderstood
• Hyper-independence, people pleasing, perfectionism, and over-functioning
• How survival responses can become normalized patterns
• The connection between trauma, anxiety, stress, and emotional safety
• Why healing often begins with safety instead of shame

This episode is not about labeling people as broken. It’s about understanding how overwhelming experiences can shape the ways people think, cope, relate, and survive—and why awareness can be the beginning of healing.

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