Isolation is "Kryptonite" to Trauma Recovery with Wellness Coach Liz Blanding

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Episode Overview
In this Mini Recovery Talk, we delve into the critical role community plays in trauma recovery. Wellness Coach Liz Blanding likens isolation to "kryptonite," emphasizing how it can hinder the recovery process. This session provides valuable insights into the nature of trauma and outlines actionable steps for recovery.

Key Topics Covered
1. The Impact of Isolation on Trauma Recovery (0:00)

• Isolation and overwhelm can severely impede recovery efforts.
• Trauma is an injury, not a personal failing.
• Ongoing self-care and community support is vital for recovery.

2. 11 Key Steps to Recover and Realign from Past Trauma (12:10)

Wellness Coach Liz outlines 11 essential steps:

1. Educate Yourself: Understand PTSD/CPTSD and brain regulation.
2. Identify Symptoms: Notice specific symptoms and their impacts on daily life.
3. Visualize Trauma: Write out and visualize traumatic experiences.
4. Surrender Fear: Learn to distinguish past trauma from present reality.
5. Recognize Triggers: Identify and manage emotional triggers.
6. Eliminate Toxic Influences: Remove negative people, places, and situations.
7. Set Boundaries: Establish and maintain healthy boundaries.
8. Self-Focus: Prioritize personal growth over others’ behaviors.
9. Find Purpose: Seek meaning and purpose in work and life.
10. Read Recovery Stories: Gain inspiration from others' journeys.
11. Address Addictive Behaviors: Work on overcoming coping mechanisms.

3. Recap and Upcoming Event (18:11)

• Wellness Coach Liz summarizes the key points discussed.
• Encouragement to register for the Trauma Recovery Event on July 25th.
• Reminder to order the trauma recovery journal and guide for additional support.

Upcoming Events

• Trauma Recovery Event: July 25th
  Gain expert guidance, community support, and develop personalized self-care plans.

Resources Mentioned

• Trauma Recovery Journal and Guide
• Supportive community events
• Crappy Childhood Fairy on YouTube

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Remember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast.
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