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The Mending Trauma Podcast141. Trauma and the Role of the HPA Access, with Wendy AirosoJoin us as our cofounder Wendy Airoso explains the impact of trauma and chromic stress on the cells of our body. She discusses the way our cells work as well as why they function the way they do. She and Leina also discuss ways to reduce the impact of PTSD and toxic stress, starting with micro-steps. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtrauma2024-07-0132 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast140. PTSD and Internal Family Systems (IFS); An Effective Method to Heal From TraumaThis week Leina discusses the efficacy of IFS interventions in treating PTSD. Learn more about the pillars of this treatment approach as well as why it is effective with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other disorders.Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2024-06-2413 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast139. Hyper-vigilance and Relationship ConflictThis week, Leina explains the causes and symptoms of hyper-vigilance. She explores the way that hyper vigilance causes us to misperceive other peoples behavior, which can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts within our relationships. She also shares interventions that can be used to help calm down your nervous system, which will directly impact the frequency and intensity of your hyper vigilance. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending Trauma2024-06-1716 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast138. What is CPTSD and How is it Different than PTSD?Join Leina this week as she explains and explores the difference between CPTSD and PTSD. She notes the three additional symptom clusters that are associated with CPTSD, and shares a sense of hope about emerging and upcoming treatments for both PTSD and CPTSD.Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple...2024-06-1011 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast133. Trauma as a Root Cause of Mental Health IssuesThis week Leina and Amy look at the link between early childhood trauma and adult mental health diagnoses. They discuss how childhood trauma can include loss of parent or bullying, as well as neglect or active abuse by a caregiver. They encourage using the concept of noticing without judgement how you have been impacted, knowing that as awareness and insight and healing increase, we have a broader choice in our reactions. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtrauma2024-05-0619 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast127. Trauma and Perception: How Trauma Changes Your Perception of Yourself and Your World Around YouIn this episode, Leina and Amy explore the ways that our body and brain change after trauma in an attempt to protect us from future terrible events. We also discuss how trauma leaves you with an altered belief or perception of yourself and the world. This makes sense, and we want to try to address this as we heal our own trauma and do our own trauma work. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending...2024-03-2517 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast115. New Year New Nervous SystemThis time of year, is when many of us focus on intentions or goals. This year we invite you to heal your nervous system from past trauma, and give you tools and tips for how to start your journey of trauma recovery.Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2024-01-0123 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast114. Recovering from Trauma & Addiction - An Interview with Siri Hoffman, A Mending Trauma ClientThis week we interview a member of Mending Trauma's Whole Health Lab, Siri Hoffman. Siri discusses her journey with alcohol and her experience with trauma recovery within the Whole Health Lab. She touches on the power of community, and her experience with EMDR, and the recovery process. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending...2023-12-2631 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast112. Six Quick Tips to Reduce Stress at Holiday GatheringsJoin and Leina as she offers some quick tips for getting through family gatherings during the holidays. Learn how to have flexible thinking and flexible expectations to reduce stress during the holidays, consider creative was to limit alcohol consumption, and find ways to graciously take leave of a holiday gathering. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe t...2023-12-1114 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast111: Complex Trauma and DissociationToday we talk about complex trauma and one of the symptoms that can develop - dissociation. We discuss how it develops, what it looks like, and how to minimize it while you are recovering from trauma. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2023-12-0418 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast110: What is the Best Type of Therapy for Trauma?In today's episode we discuss the best type of therapy to recover from trauma or cPTSD. We look at EMDR, internal family systems, and neurofeedback, and discuss the benefits and opportunities of each when healing trauma. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2023-11-2724 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast109: Family Trauma and Boundaries During the Holiday SeasonAs the holiday season approaches, we once again revisit ways to protect your family gatherings from conflict and empower you to take care of your emotional health. These gatherings can often trigger old wounds and lead to re-experiencing childhood trauma. Learn ways to regulate your nervous system and avoid participating in problematic dynamics. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease r...2023-11-2020 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast108: How Trauma Distorts Our Perception of Our Important RelationshipsIn this episode, we explore the way that complex trauma creates a belief that connection is dangerous. Our traumatic experiences alter our perception of the world and can lead us to misinterpret or assign motivation to other people's behavior. This leads to emotional suffering for us, and can disrupt our important connections with others. Join us as we explore ways to pay attention to this without judgement, knowing that you do not do this to yourself.Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtrauma2023-11-1320 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast107: How Trauma Shows Up in the WorkplaceTrauma shows up in our everyday lives as reactions and sensations - because we spend the majority of time at work, this episode dives into how trauma presents in workplaces. We go over typical reactions from trauma as well as ways to minimize conflict in the workplace that ultimately stems from trauma. Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate...2023-11-0625 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast106: What is Trauma?This episode examines the different definitions of trauma, the types of trauma, and the signs and symptoms of trauma. We also go over the most emerging research for trauma recovery.Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2023-10-3026 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast105: Trauma Dumping Part 2. What to do when you are the recipient?This week we will continue our discussion about Trauma Dumping and look at how boundaries can help to minimize the potential for trauma dumping. We will give you clear and specific tips to help you identify and resolve trauma dumping.TranscriptLearn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple...2023-10-2321 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast103. Trauma, Polyvagal Theory, and DepressionIn this week's episode we go over Dr Steven Porges' Polyvagal Theory and how it relates to trauma recovery.We dive into the different states of the nervous system and look at how depression can show up through the dorsal state. If you have experienced trauma of CPTSD this episode will be very helpful. As always we also give actionable tips for how to move out of dorsal into a ventral, connected state.TranscriptLearn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/...2023-10-0931 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast102: Why Do I Still Have Symptoms After Working on My Trauma for Years?Many people with trauma or CPSTD wonder how long they will need to work on their trauma in order to find total relief. This episode addresses how recovering from trauma is not a linear process and involves many different types of therapies. We examine tips in order to help when symptoms reappear after actively working on your trauma recovery.Transcript Learn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending Trauma2023-10-0220 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast101: Trauma and HypervigilanceIn today’s episode we go over how trauma and cPTSD can lead to hypervigilance. We cover how you know you are being hypervigilant and what to do to minimize being in a constant state of threat.TranscriptLearn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Mending Trauma Podcast on Apple Podcasts2023-09-2519 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast100: Trauma and Memory LossMany survivors of trauma and cPTSD suffer from memory loss or gaps in memory. In todays episode, we dive into why we have memory loss after trauma, how to know if you should recover loss memories, and how to minimize dissociation so that you can create memories in the present. TranscriptLearn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease...2023-09-1825 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast099: Emotional Cutoff: Knowing When to Go No Contact After Trauma or cPTSDThree skills that will help you when deciding how to limit contact with a toxic family member or friend and knowing when to go no contact. - Communicating with the person that hurt you- Setting Boundaries- Avoiding TriangulationWe'll also cover the difference between limited contact and no contact and when to use those appropriately.TranscriptLearn more about the Whole Health LabConnect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending Trauma...2023-09-1129 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast087: Why it Can Be Traumatic When a Doctor Does Not Believe YouIn this episode, Leina explores the impact of some western medicine assumptions. She discusses the disconnect between mind and body and teaches a tool to use when you are struggling with your own health journey. --Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2023-06-1911 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast086: Self Inflicted Wounds: Making Up Stories That Hurt Our Own Feelings After TraumaJoin Leina as she explains how we often accidentally hurt our own feelings by straying away from the facts of a situation and only pay attention to our assumptions. Find a concrete tool to help you reduce the pain that comes with assumptions, such as using a 3x5 card to record only the facts you know of the situation. --Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtrauma2023-06-1215 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast085: Painful Decisions After Trauma: Deciding Now or LaterIn this episode, Leina explores how some difficult decisions can be painful. The human tendency to delay the painful decisions in the moment and avoid dealing with it can lead to more pain over time. Leina also discusses how you can best support somebody who’s decisions seem disastrous and why insisting people do things a certain way often backfires. --Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @me...2023-06-0518 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast084: Finding Peace After Trauma: Don't Look Back Too LongJoin Leina as she discusses some of the perils of staying focused on the past and provides concrete micro steps to take to help your brain focus on the present. Developing tools to stay in the present can offer emotional freedom and peace in our lives.Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe...2023-05-2911 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast083: Trauma Bonds Part 2 - What to do about a Trauma Bond?In this episode, Leina explores ways to take small steps to help you be aware of and notice what the dynamics are in your own relationships. She then explores some changes that can be made to help you make decisions from a strong sense of self.Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe...2023-05-2223 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast082: What is a Trauma Bond & How Does it HappenJoin Leina today as she discusses the concept and definition of trauma bonds and explores ways that we can find ourselves in a trauma bond. Leina clarifies that this is not something that we do to ourselves, but is part of a dynamic that develops often times starting in childhood.Take One Small Step towards healing your trauma by going to: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/peaceaftertraumaTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending Trauma...2023-05-1512 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast081: Why People Pleasing is Hard to Stop Especially after cPTSD and TraumaThe Whole Health Labwww.mendingtrauma.com/wholehealthlabTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2023-05-0812 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast080: How Trauma Affects Our Communication and Leads to Unnecessary Arguments in our RelationshipsExplore with Leina how the shame of trauma can lead to defensiveness and difficulty communicating in a way that leads to problem solving. Common and unnecessary arguments with your partner can easily be diffused using awareness and tools that Leina explains further in this episode.Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is...2023-05-0108 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast079: Pain vs Suffering after Trauma and cPTSDJoin Leina today as she explores the buddhist saying: "Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional". Understand how our thoughts and assumptions about an event can contribute to a lot of emotional distress and suffering. Leina uses the concept of clean pain vs dirty pain to help us identify when we are in a place of suffering and how to do to relieve the suffering.Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending Trauma2023-04-2413 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast077: The Power of One Small Step When Healing TraumaLearn how something small but consistent can help you on your healing journey. We discuss how steps including the double breath sigh, and somatic swaying can help reduce your trauma symptoms. Take One Small Step towards healing your trauma by going to: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/peaceaftertraumaTranscript-- Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to...2023-04-1020 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast076: Does Everyone have Trauma? with Wendy AirosoLeina discusses that each of us have had experiences in our lifetime that have been overwhelming, and that those experiences can create trauma responses/symptoms. Most of us will not have a PTSD diagnosis, but all of us have been impacted by overwhelming events at some point in our life. Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review...2023-04-0318 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast075: How the Whole Health Lab Helped Member Dayna Del Val Catapult her Professional CareerToday's episode is a journey through what our signature program, the whole health lab, offers to clients. We speak to current client Dayna Del Val about her experience healing with mending trauma. We talk about what exactly constitutes trauma, what she has learned along her healing journey, and how her professional and personal life has been greatly helped by her work in the whole health lab. Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending...2023-03-2736 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast074: Exploring the connection of Faith and Trauma with Wendy AirosoIn today’s episode, we explore how trauma can be impacted by faith. We also explore how traumatic events can contribute to difficulty of the concept of faith. https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/care/spirituality_trauma.aspTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Po...2023-03-2020 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast073: Parenting After Trauma with Rachel DuffyConscious parenting coach, Rachel Duffy, joins us to talk about parenting skills to help have a calm home environment, with a trauma informed approach. We go over parenting teenagers, toddlers, and creating expectations that allow you to find joy in parenting.Register now for the Understanding Your Trauma Masterclass Today at this linkTranscriptGuest Bio: Rachel DuffyRachel is a former divorce attorney turned trauma-informed, certified Conscious Parenting coach who has dedicated over two decades to helping parents and kids improve their relationship.Find the guest:2023-03-1335 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast072: Introduction to the Nervous System and It's Link to TraumaToday’s episode is a very basic introduction to the nervous system and why it is critical to address when we’re healing trauma and toxic stress. This short introduction is critical for understanding the bottom-up approach to healing trauma.Timestamps:0:54 - Understanding the nervous system3:21 - Your body is the first indicator of your feelings10:00 - The Bottom-Up approachTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending Trauma2023-03-0612 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast071: What is Radical Connection and Can It Be Found After Trauma?All humans have two biological imperatives that affect their behavior: the drive to feel safe and the drive to connect. This episode looks at the drive to connect and gives you helpful tips to lean into connection even when it is difficult or feels vulnerable. Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is...2022-12-2608 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast070: Workshop - How to Stay Emotionally Regulated During the Holidays after cPTSD and TraumaTimestamps:1:38 - Symptoms of feeling triggered or blocked6:11 - recognizing and dealing with triggers or upsetting events10:07 - Closing the gap between the event that is upsetting us and our realization of our feelingsTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2022-12-1912 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast069: The Anxiety of Social Obligations, Trauma and cPTSDThis week we talk about the anxiety of social obligations during the holiday season. We discuss the anxieties associated with food, alcohol, gatherings, gifting, and family. We also give you some tools to help you have more regulation this season, such as helpful phrases and breathing techniques.Timestamps:6:41 - Handling expectations around food and alcohol12:57 - Limiting alcohol consumption around the family18:25 - Anxiety is the #1 symptom of unresolved traumaTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtrauma2022-12-1222 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast068: Financial Trauma and the HolidaysThis week we look at how childhood financial dynamics can affect the way we spend money during the holiday season. We dive into the dynamics between couples, family members, and parents and children while looking at ways to prioritize connection over the stress of finances during the holidays. Timestamps:0:38 - What is financial Trauma?5:49 - How do we set financial boundaries?10:50 - You children will survive if they don't get what they want15:47 - Working with micro-boundaries19:12 - Using your kids' gift list to learn about themTranscript...2022-12-0524 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast067: How to Put an End to Self-Criticism After TraumaThis episode addresses how to finally get rid of our inner critic. We discuss how comparison and perfectionism fuel self-criticism and give simple and effective tips to minimize our inner critic so that we can stay more connected to our wise mind. Timestamps:0:47 - The human brain is built to compare5:06 - Staying out of the past6:27 - Self-compassion while battling your inner critic8:37 - Modeling self-compassion Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtrauma...2022-11-2812 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast066: Nine Steps to a Peaceful Holiday GatheringToday we discuss how holiday gatherings can connect us to our loved ones and how they can also be difficult and cause stress and tension. We give you 9 evidence-based tips to help you have a peaceful and enjoyable holiday gathering. Timestamps:0:39 - Having realistic expectations2:01 - Clearly communicate with the rest of your family3:26 - Don't take the bait5:33 - Stay out of the past9:23 - "Notice without judgment"Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook...2022-11-2112 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast065: How to Keep Boundaries During the Holiday SeasonIn today's episode, we discuss how to set boundaries, how to stick to boundaries when you have someone in your life that has a hard time respecting them, and how to work through some of the common boundary issues we see around the holiday season.Timestamps:0:48 - What is a boundary?6:10 - What is one of your basic boundaries?17:24 - What can we do about a boundary crosser?27:06 - How to navigate boundaries over food and alcohol during the holidays?Transcript--Connect with us!Website...2022-11-1434 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast064: How to Cultivate Gratitude After TraumaIn this week’s episode, we look at the reason gratitude is so effective for building resilience and helping our mood. We also look at how a practice of gratitude may be difficult after trauma. We give you several steps to easily add a gratitude practice into your daily life.Timestamps:1:48 - What is it about gratitude?5:01 - Decorating for the holidays8:31 - Cultivating gratitude13:18 - Focusing on inner control16:10 - What are you grateful for?Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.co...2022-11-0720 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast063: How to Deal with a Problematic Family MemberThis week's episode dives into how to deal with a family member that you may have conflict with. We address what types of problematic relationships dynamics there might be and give you key phrases and skills to navigate hard conversations as you go into the holiday season.Timestamps:5:09 - What constitutes an unhealthy Parent-Child relationship?9:51 - Notice without judgment13:09 - How to not take the load of poop16:45 - Not trying to "win"19:37 - Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/...2022-10-3125 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast062: Ways to Prepare for the Stress of the Holiday SeasonThe holiday season is one of connection and joy. It is also coupled with expectations and stress. In this episode, we teach you how to know if your expectations are setting you up for stress for the holidays, and how to minimize triggers and toxic stress through the holiday season. Timestamps:1:12 - Why are the holidays stressful?8:42 - How to recognize irritability in yourself13:12 - You can't always control a situation16:04 - Watching your alcohol consumption during the holidaysTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https...2022-10-2418 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast059: What is Benevolent Curiosity? And How It Helps with Trauma HealingIn this episode Leina & Amy discuss a powerful tool to help overcome trauma and toxic stress, benevolent curiosity. They explain how it differs from a mindfulness practice and why it is so helpful in healing our nervous system.Timestamps:0:48 - The importance of awareness1:48 - Limiting perception through fear4:29 - Awareness and limiting beliefsTranscript --Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1...2022-10-0306 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast057: Social Media Intermittent Fasting & TraumaDoes social media intermittent fasting help with mood, self-esteem, and nervous system regulation? Today’s episode examines the trend of social media intermittent fasting and compares it to the research from Stanford university and other studies to look at how social media fasting may or may not benefit those who suffer form toxic stress or trauma. Timestamps:1:16 - What is social media intermittent fasting?7:43 - Should we social media fast for 30 days?10:15 - What does a social media fast have to do with trauma or toxic stress?Transcript2022-09-1914 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast056: The Top 5 Most Asked Questions About TraumaToday we go over the top questions that we receive from listeners and members that we have in the Whole Health Lab, about trauma and the effects of trauma. We primarily discuss how trauma shows up in relationships, how you know if you have trauma, the difference between trauma and toxic stress, as well as how to heal from trauma.Timestamps:1:17 - What exactly is trauma?5:11 - Can I still have trauma if nothing bad happened to me in my childhood?7:12 - How do I heal my trauma?10:57 - What’s...2022-09-1218 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast055: Is Pornography an Addiction? Discussing the latest research on porn use with Julie Fraumeni-McbridePhD candidate, Julie Fraumeni-Mcbride discusses what problematic porn behavior is, and interventions for addressing an unwanted reliance on pornography. Throughout the episode, we discuss various perspectives, therapeutic solutions, and how it can be handled in relationships.Timestamps:2:44 - What is problematic with pornography use?10:40 - How to deal with these feelings while in a relationship18:59 - Defining problematic porn use23:22 - What kind of patients do you mostly work with?33:40 - Sexual issues caused by excessive porn useTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https...2022-09-0541 minThe Mending Trauma Podcast054: Toxic Stress, Fasting, and TraumaTimestamps:2:22 - Cleansing your body with intermittent fasting8:18 - What happens during fasting?12:42 - Autophagy and brain focus19:23 - Always consult your doctor before engaging an extended fastTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts.2022-08-2922 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 053: Why Drinking Water Should Be a Priority When You Are Recovering From Trauma and Under StressTimestamps:1:19 - Who is Wendy?2:32 - Why is hydration important?8:32 - How cells communicate through water14:17 - Ionized water and balance17:03 - Water vs. ElectrolytesResearch Articles:Narrative Research of Hydration and Selected Health Outcomes in General PopulationEffects of Hydration Status on Cognitive Performance and MoodTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtrauma2022-08-2221 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 052: Junk Food, Trauma and Mental Health: What You Need to KnowTimestamps:1:59 - The need to eat fast but not fast food4:53 - Alternatives to fast food6:19 - More brain foods at home8:17 - Prepping 5 minute dinnersTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2022-08-1512 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 051: Micronutrients and Reducing Toxic Stress from TraumaTimestamps:1:30 - What are micronutrients?5:54 - Micronutrients during chronic stress8:32 - How we get vitamin D10:28 - Best foods to eat to gain healthy micronutrientsTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2022-08-0818 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 050: Hustle Culture, Nutrition, and TraumaThis week, we address how hustle culture affects our mental health and how we can use nutrition as one way of addressing our mental health when we are over-scheduled. We also launch our new 30 day challenge which focuses on getting adequate nutrition and hydration in order to address our whole health. Challenge: Hydration & 5 fruits/veggies dailyResearch articles:The role of diet and nutrition on mental health and well-beingNutrition and mental health: is there a link?5 common nutritional deficiencies in mental health problemsTimestamps:2:07 - Hustle...2022-08-0113 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 049: Building Resilience After Trauma Through Micro Movement ChallengesTimestamps:1:45 - Movement challenge Update3:05 - 4:20 Building internal resistance7:32 - Resilience is a skill10:16 - A variable heart is a healthy heart12:55 - Creating reasonable goalsTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2022-07-2517 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 048: How Movement Heals The Brain After TraumaToday, we are discussing the benefits that movement can have on your brain. Daily movement has many tremendous non-aesthetic benefits that go unnoticed. By further understanding the why’s and how’s of some of these benefits we will go over today, we hope that helps you better process the importance of movement and how that can affect your life.Timestamps:2:30 - Tracking your steps with your smart phone7:12 - The power of understanding the Why13:58 - The importance of neuroplasticityTranscript--Connect with us!Website: http...2022-07-1817 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 047: Using Microsteps to Form Habits When Healing from Trauma and cPTSDOn today’s episode, we will be continuing with this month’s theme of Mental Health & Movement, with how microsteps can help you form helpful habits. Our goal today is to display how small changes through microsteps can lead to tremendous progress in meeting your goals.Timestamps:1:35 - What are microsteps?5:43 - Movement and Toxic Diet Culture9:32 - Myelinating our habits12:18 - Consistency over timeTranscript --Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending Trau...2022-07-1115 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 046: Mental Health, Trauma & Movement - How Movement Minimizes Depression & AnxietyThis month’s theme on the podcast is about Mental Health & Movement. Today we will be discussing the benefits of moving your body for your mental health. This content and these episodes connect with our Whole Health Lab program. Along with each episode and each month’s theme, comes a weekly challenge to connect with the content. The challenge this month is to Move 1 mile every day. Let’s all do this together, we can be each other’s accountability partners! Tune in today to learn more about the effects physical movement can have on minimizing depression & anxiety. Researc...2022-07-0415 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 045: What is a Nervous System and How Is It Related to Trauma Healing?In this episode, we will dive into what is a nervous system and how exactly it helps us during difficult situations!Transcript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending TraumaTwitter: @akhoyt1Tik Tok: @mendingtraumaPlease rate, review, & subscribe to The Universe is Your Therapist on Apple Podcasts2022-06-2707 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 044: How Trauma Shows Up At WorkToday's episode is focused on how trauma shows up in the workplace, as well as tips on how to be trauma informed at work. Timestamps:1:43 - How can trauma show up at the workplace?4:14 - Triangulation and splitting at work5:48 - When to bring in Human Resources8:04 - How to create a trauma-informed workplace13:17 - The PrefaceTranscript--Connect with us!Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/Instagram: @mendingtraumaFacebook: @mendingtraumaYoutube: Mending TraumaLinkedIn: Mending Trauma2022-06-2017 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 043: Is People Pleasing a Trauma Response?People pleasing is thought of as problematic in our society. In this episode, we look at what it is, how it relates to our nervous system, and how it might show up for us. We also look at if people pleasing is actually a problem or simply a response to toxic stress and trauma. Timestamps:2:25 - What does people pleasing look like to you?6:20 - Is it people pleasing or a nervous system reaction?11:36 - Be aware of the choices your making14:18 - People pleasing show up differently for everyoneTranscript2022-06-1317 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 042: What Are Trauma Bonds?On today's episode we're discussing trauma bonds and how childhood trauma can show up in our romantic relationships without our conscious awareness. Listen in to learn how to know if you're in a relationship that is connected by trauma bonds as well as what to do if you recognize some of your patterns in this dynamic.Timestamps:1:43 - What are trauma bonds?8:41 - Women Escaping a Violent Environment13:57 - Comfort is not always the best litmus test15:21 - The people we are close to are not always able to give healthy relationship advice2022-06-0620 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 041: Childhood Financial Trauma with Dr. FanikeIn this week’s episode of The Universe is Your Therapist Podcast, we have a special guest, Dr. Fanike! She is a doctor of behavioral health, a healer, and trained in financial trauma. Using her past, real-life experiences, she is able to help people break free from trauma symptoms and level up to their best life.We talk about financial grief, intergenerational financial trauma, and how to be honest with yourself about money.Timestamps:1:53 - How did you get started with financial trauma healing?9:45 - How do you know if you have financial tr...2022-05-3049 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 040: Grief and Trauma with Edy NathanIn this week’s episode of The Universe is Your Therapist Podcast, I interview the wonderful Edy Nathan! She is an author, public speaker, and licensed therapist.Edy Nathan is an AASECT certified sex therapist, hypnotherapist, and EMDR practitioner with over 20 years of experience. In her expertise as a grief therapist, she weaves her formal training as a psychotherapist with breathwork, guided imagery, ritual, and storytelling.Our conversation is real, raw, and getting straight to trauma with unresolved grief from various experiences, not just losing a loved oneTimestamps:1:51 - How did you wr...2022-05-2344 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 039: What is Sober Curious? And How Alcohol is Linked to TraumaHave you ever wondered what would happen to your physical or mental health if you stopped drinking?I am in recovery, and I've been really open about that. We have people who have never had alcohol. We have full-blown addicted people who may or may not be in recovery. And then there's this whole gap in between, which we are going to discuss today!In this week’s episode of The Universe is Your Therapist Podcast, we discuss the differences between sober curious, alcohol addiction, and alcohol abuse.Timestamps:3:40 - Addiction vs. de...2022-05-1622 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 038: Mental Health, Faith & Trauma with Dr. Monica ColemanThis episode delves into how mental health and trauma can either disrupt or reinforce our faith in a higher power or God. Dr. Coleman shares her experience of being diagnosed as bipolar and the generational trauma in her family that led her to write about mental health and faith. We also look at the way that dance can be healing after trauma and the importance of destigmatizing mental illness.Timestamps:2:39 - How does mental health effect your relationship with God?8:30 - Issues in the academy9:57 - Dr. Monica's upbringing15:30 - Healing and Epigenetics 2022-05-0941 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 037: Healing Trauma without Being Stuck in the PastTrauma can be intimidating, and many people assume healing trauma will keep you stuck in the past. This week we look at emerging research that points to the possibility of healing trauma while being focused on the future instead of being mired in the past. Timestamps:1:52 – The myth behind Exposure Therapy5:33 – You don’t have to talk about specifics to move through a traumatic memory7:29 - Symptoms of unresolved trauma11:50 – Symptoms of abuse that are protective14:05- Maladaptive behaviors have helped you to survive 15:45 – EVERYONE has symptoms of hardships18:06 –...2022-05-0226 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 36: The Cycle of Productivity: A Sneaky Trauma SymptomIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explain what the Cycle of Productivity is, how it can imbalance your life, and how to recognize it.Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join The Whole Health Lab! ~Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.~Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.~Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.~Monthly Sessions with Trauma E...2022-04-2529 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 033: Trauma, Panic Attacks and an Anxiety AttacksIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explain the differences between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack and how to navigate through each one.Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:~Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.~Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.~Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.2022-04-0421 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 032: Seasonal Affective Disorder and TraumaIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explain what S.A.D. or Seasonal Affective Disorder is and what symptoms to look for if you think you may be experiencing S.A.D. Watch this episode on our YouTube Channel!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:~Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.~Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.~Access to a Secure and Private Community f...2022-03-2819 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 031: How to Break the Cycle of Codependent Relationships When Recovering from TraumaFeeling like your relationships are unbalanced? Do you feel like you are always pouring into others without receiving anything back into your own cup? This episode is for you!In this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explore codependency and how we have the ability to break this cycle! Watch the episode on our YouTube Channel!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:~Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.~Access to Clinically Effective T...2022-03-2118 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 029: Over-Drinking and TraumaIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina discuss overdrinking and signs to look for if you think you might be overdoing it. Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month, you'll get:➡️ Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.➡️ Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.➡️ Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support entirely off of social media.➡️ Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. ➡️ Mo...2022-03-0728 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 028: Self-soothing vs. Self-care after Trauma and cPTSDIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina cover the differences between self-soothing and self-care.Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. Monthly Live EMDR led by an EMDR trauma-informed mental health p...2022-02-2816 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 027: Numbing Behaviors We Use to Avoid Feelings after Trauma and cPTSDIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina talk about Numbing Behaviors We Use to Avoid Feelings & how to stop!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. Monthly Live EMDR led by a...2022-02-2132 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 026: How to Set Effective Boundaries after Trauma and cPTSDIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina help you understand how to set clear and effective boundaries in all areas of your life!Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. Monthly L...2022-02-1407 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 025: Somatic Therapy & A Grounding Technique That Can Be Used AnywhereIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina share with you a grounding technique that can be used discreetly anywhere. Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. Monthly Live EMDR led by an...2022-02-0704 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 024: What Exactly Is A Trauma Trigger?In this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explore Triggers, including why we can't control them.Ready to heal from Trauma? Join the Mending Together Progam! From just $97 per month you'll get:Individual Treatment Assessment by a trauma-informed staff member to create your individual treatment plan.Access to Clinically Effective Trauma Programming delivered through a private, virtual platform.Access to a Secure and Private Community for daily support completely off of social media.Monthly Sessions with Trauma Experts to be supported through deep dives on special trauma topics. Monthly Live EMDR led by an EMDR trauma-informed mental h...2022-01-3105 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 023: There Is Hope after Trauma!In this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina explore 2 different tools that you can implement immediately to help you overcome your perfectionism!Do you consider yourself a Perfectionist? Is your Perfectionism fueled by past traumas? Join Dr. Hoyt and Leina Hoyt for a free workshop to find your answer! More details here: www.mendingtrauma.com/perfection-workshopConnect with us!InstagramFacebook2022-01-2415 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 022: The Real Definition of Perfectionism and How It Relates To TraumaThe Real Definition of PerfectionismIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina go over the definitions of Perfectionism & Trauma, plus how human connection affects both! Do you consider yourself a Perfectionist? Is your Perfectionism fueled by past traumas? Join Dr. Hoyt and Leina Hoyt for a free workshop to find your answer! More details here: www.mendingtrauma.com/perfection-workshopConnect with us!InstagramFacebook2022-01-1710 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 021: What is Radical Acceptance and Why It's Important to Trauma RecoveryWhat is Radical Acceptance and Why It's ImportantIn this episode, Dr. Amy Hoyt & Leina uncover what is radical acceptance and why it is so important to our healing journey! Do you consider yourself a Perfectionist? Is your Perfectionism fueled by past traumas? Join Dr. Hoyt and Leina Hoyt for a free workshop to find your answer! More details here: www.mendingtrauma.com/perfection-workshopConnect with us!InstagramFacebook2021-12-1608 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 019: How to Overcome Perfectionism after Trauma and cPTSDToday we talk about how to avoid falling into the trap of perfectionism.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:Why is change hard? (5:20)How do we work around our resistance to change? (7:00)What are the steps to becoming more self compassionate? (10:25)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:How to Overcome Automatic Negative ThoughtsHow to Quiet the Inner CriticConnect with us!InstagramFacebook...2021-12-0124 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 018: How to Have Clean Communication after TraumaToday we talk about clean communication and how to incorporate it into daily conversation.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is clean communication? (1:52)How can I validate someone in a healthy way? (9:16)What are steps I can take to have cleaner communication? (15:00)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Twelve StepsHow to Cultivate Awareness Without JudgementConnect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you...2021-11-2419 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 017: How Radical Acceptance Helps Us Recover from Trauma and cPTSDToday we introduce the idea of radical acceptance and how it can help you live a more fulfilling and uplifting life.We would like to apologize for the lack of episodes over the past month, we have had several roadblocks to overcome but we should now be on a normal schedule!Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:How can you use radical acceptance? (3:45)How do you balance grief and reminiscence? (7:25)What are the benefits of...2021-11-1422 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 016: How to Cope in a Positive Way, Even After Trauma and cPTSDToday we talk about adaptive vs maladaptive coping and how you can change your automatic behaviors.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What are maladaptive and adaptive coping? (1:17)How do you disrupt maladaptive behaviors? (10:46)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Window of ToleranceHow to Cultivate Awareness Without JudgementDr. Joe DispenzaConnect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you have any questions or concerns...2021-10-2220 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 015: How to Overcome Division after TraumaToday we go over how to discuss controversial topics with those around us in a way that is loving and considerate.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:How do I navigate having different opinions from others? (5:16)What is the art of the preface? (11:16)How is worldwide division affecting my mental health? (13:12)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:How to Manage Your Inner ResourcesTwelve StepsConnect with us!2021-10-1426 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 014: How to Build Up Mental Fitness after Trauma and cPTSDToday we talk about mental fitness, how it differs from mental health, and how to build a plan for when mental disasters occur.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is mental fitness? (1:34)How can mental fitness help me overcome negative thinking? (11:20)How can I find more joy in my life? (20:57)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Dr. Daniel AmenGut-Brain ConnectionConnect with us!Instagram...2021-10-0728 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 013: How to Take Risks after Trauma and cPTSDToday we talk about how to take risks while looking to a higher power for guidance.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:How can living in fear affect our lives? (3:40)How does the Inner Critic hold us back? (11:32)How can I best make decisions? (17:08)And much more!Connect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you have any questions or concerns contact us at amyhoyt@mendingtrauma.com2021-09-3024 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 012: How to Change Your Mind and Develop Flexible Thinking after TraumaToday we discuss how to overcome the fear of changing your mind and how letting go of that fear can lead to your highest self.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is the most common issue when changing your mind? (1:07)What are the benefits of changing your mind and thinking flexibly? (12:47)How do you know if you've made the right choice? (18:09)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Twelve Steps2021-09-0222 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 011: How to Value Others after TraumaToday we learn what math of the soul is and how it can be implemented in our lives to increase how we view our own self-worth.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comResources Mentioned in This Episode:Dr. Joe DispenzaConnect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you have any questions or concerns contact us at amyhoyt@mendingtrauma.com2021-08-1915 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 010: How to Overcome Automatic Negative Thoughts after TraumaToday we discuss the different negative thinking styles and how to counteract them with more realistic and loving ones.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comResources Mentioned in This Episode:The Twelve StepsThe Untethered Soul: Michael A. SingerCognitive Behavioral TherapyConnect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you have any questions or concerns contact us at amyhoyt@mendingtrauma.com2021-08-1125 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 009: How to Be a Boss at Self-Regulation after Trauma and Nervous System DysregulationToday we go over the window of tolerance and how to better regulate our thoughts, emotions, and body sensations after trauma and nervous system dysregulation.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:How is self-regulation key to finding peace? (1:20)How can we determine when we are pushing ourselves too far? (10:06)How can we better understand what emotions we are experiencing? (15:24)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Window of ToleranceJill Botle...2021-08-0421 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 008: How to Quiet the Inner Critic after Trauma and cPTSDToday we discuss what it means to identify your internal parts and how to decrease your feelings of self-doubt.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is the internal family systems theory? (1:07)How can we subdue our protector parts? (13:40)What can we do to increase our emotional regulation? (16:40)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Stephen Covey: First Things FirstThe Twelve StepsConnect with us!Instagram...2021-07-2922 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 007: How to Cultivate Awareness Without Judgement after Trauma and cPTSDToday we go over how to increase our awareness of behaviors or thought patterns that arise as a result of trauma without judging ourselves for it.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What does having insight do for us? (1:10)What is an action step I can take to increase my awareness? (11:34)Why is awareness and insight without judgment important? (16:22)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Gabrielle Bernstein: Add More -ing To...2021-07-2120 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 006: Why It's Not Your Fault When You Have Had Trauma or cPTSDToday we talk about why your trauma is not your fault and how to overcome that roadblock.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:Why do I feel responsible for my trauma? (1:00)How can I distinguish when I am responsible and when I am not? (9:42)If there is a Higher Power, why didn't they intervene during my traumatic event? (17:28)And much more!Connect with us!InstagramFacebookIf you have any...2021-07-1422 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 005: How to Manage Your Inner Resources while in Trauma RecoveryToday we discuss how to be intentional with where you devote your time to increase your relationship with your body, which is especially important when you are recovering from trauma.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is the body-energy balance? (4:13)How do I identify my significant body sensations? (12:20)How can leaning into the power from the universe resupply me with energy? (26:13)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Spoon Theory...2021-07-0732 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 004: How Gratitude Changes Your Brain & How It Helps Us Recover from TraumaToday we go over how gratitude affects your mind, help you reflect increases your appreciation for life's gifts. Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:Why do we struggle with gratitude? (1:28)What are some micro-practices to help me show more gratitude? (10:10)How are gratitude and spirituality related? (24:43)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Twelve StepsGratitude vs. EntitlementHow Pen and Paper Boosts MemoryConnect with us!2021-06-2930 minThe Mending Trauma PodcastEpisode 003: How to Develop Beginner's Mind after Trauma or cPTSDToday we discuss what beginner's mind is, how we can cultivate a beginner's mind, and how it relates to trauma.Interested in hearing more? Check out our website!https://www.mendingtrauma.comIn this episode, we cover several topics including:What is beginner's mind? (1:06)How does shame keep us from cultivating a beginner's mind? (13:47)How is rigidity a false sense of safety? (25:12)And much more!Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Buddhism and Beginner's MindWays to Be Present in the MomentConnect with us!2021-06-1333 min