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C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t

Let"s Work This Sh*t Out

CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*tLiving with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can be overwhelming, confusing, and lonely—but you don"t have to face it alone. CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t is your go-to podcast for breaking down trauma recovery with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor to keep things real.Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or have been working on it for years, this podcast offers practical strategies, emotional support, and relatable

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19:54

CPTSD: Breaking the Trigger-Reaction Cycle | Reclaim...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/09/15

In this episode, Gregory delves into the complex world of trauma triggers and our reactions to them, offering both scientific insights and practical wisdom. He explains how our nervous system creates these "invisible tripwires" as protective mechanisms based on past trauma, and why our reactions often feel disproportionate to current situations. Through personal stories, listener experiences, and research-backed explanations, Gregory compassionately guides us toward understanding that our triggers

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55:43

Taming Overstimulation When Your Nervous System Screams

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/09/08

In this episode, Gregory explores the challenging experience of OVERSTIMULATION in those with COMPLEX TRAUMA. He explains why trauma survivors often have nervous systems that react intensely to ordinary stimuli, creating overwhelming sensory experiences that can trigger FIGHT-FLIGHT-FREEZE responses. Through personal stories and listener experiences, Gregory compassionately unpacks the NEUROBIOLOGICAL foundations of sensory sensitivity while offering practical REGULATION TECHNIQUES to help listeners

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19:11

Creating a Calm Mind When Your Brain Craves Chaos

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/09/08

In this episode, Gregory explores the challenging yet essential journey of creating a calm mind for trauma survivors. He unpacks what true calm means for those with CPTSD and shares research-backed nervous system regulation techniques specifically designed for trauma-affected brains. Through community stories and scientific insights, Gregory offers practical tools that acknowledge the reality of hypervigilance while providing accessible pathways to finding islands of peace, even when your brain is

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18:50

Calming Your Racing Mind - Proven Peace Techniques

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/09/06

In this episode, Gregory tackles the vital skill of creating a calm mind for CPTSD survivors, exploring accessible techniques to quiet the internal chaos that trauma creates. From breathing exercises that actually work to personalized grounding practices, he shares both scientific evidence and real listener success stories that demonstrate how finding moments of peace isn't just possible—it's essential medicine for those with trauma histories. The episode breaks down how our nervous systems become

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55:15

CPTSD: Reclaiming Your Body Through Movement -...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/09/03

In this episode, Gregory explores the transformative role of PHYSICAL ACTIVITY in trauma recovery, offering a compassionate alternative to typical "just exercise" advice. He explains how TRAUMA LIVES IN THE BODY – not just in our thoughts – and how mindful MOVEMENT can help reclaim our relationship with our physical selves. Through research, personal stories, and practical guidance, Gregory demonstrates why reconnecting with our bodies through intentional movement might be one of the most powerful

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20:25

CPTSD: Breaking Free from Isolation - Connection That...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/08/15

In this episode, we explore the complex journey from isolation to meaningful connection after trauma. Gregory shares how isolation can feel like watching life through bulletproof glass, discusses the protective wisdom in our brain's withdrawal, and offers practical strategies for reconnecting without overwhelming your nervous system. Through real listener stories and research-backed approaches, we discover that healing happens in relationship, and even the smallest steps toward connection can rewire

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51:37

CPTSD: Trauma-Informed Affirmations - Beyond Toxic...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/08/11

In this episode, Gregory dives deep into the transformative power of using affirmations for trauma healing. Unlike traditional positive thinking, this approach focuses on trauma-informed affirmations that honor your pain while supporting your healing journey. You'll discover how to work with your nervous system instead of against it, creating gentle bridges between acknowledging your trauma and nurturing recovery. Gregory shares compelling research on neuroplasticity and how specific, authentic

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20:48

CPTSD: Breaking Free from Guilt and Shame - Real...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/08/08

In this episode, we tackle guilt and shame - the twin monsters that follow trauma survivors like emotional shadows. We explore how these feelings aren't just emotions but survival strategies your brain developed to keep you safe in unsafe situations. Through real listener stories and neuroscience research, we'll understand why shame feels so overwhelming and discover practical tools you can use right now to break free from patterns that once protected you but now suffocate you. This isn't about

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53:10

Boundaries, Guilt, and the Messy Miracle of Healing:...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/08/04

Setting boundaries after trauma isn’t just hard—it can feel impossible. In this deeply honest episode, Gregory tackles why those of us with CPTSD struggle to say no, feel guilty for protecting ourselves, and often lose our sense of self in the process. Through raw listener stories, science-backed insights, and practical tools, Gregory explores how healthy boundaries can transform not only your relationships but your relationship with yourself. If you’ve ever felt like your needs don’t matter or that

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21:38

CPTSD: Building Real Support Systems - Quality Over...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/08/01

In this episode, we're diving deep into building authentic support systems for CPTSD recovery. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the idea of asking for help or wondered why traditional advice about "reaching out" doesn't work for trauma survivors, this one's for you. Gregory breaks down the neuroscience behind co-regulation, shares real stories from our community, and provides practical tools you can use today to create meaningful connections. We'll explore why quality trumps quantity in

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56:13

CPTSD: Reconnecting with Joy - Small Steps That...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/28

In this episode, we explore the complex journey of reconnecting with joy after trauma, addressing why happiness can feel dangerous when you're healing from CPTSD. Gregory shares personal insights about falling into the "healing trap" where managing trauma becomes so consuming that we forget how to actually enjoy life. Through listener stories, scientific research, and practical tools, we discover that joy isn't something we earn through perfect healing—it's a birthright that trauma tried to steal,

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12:22

Handling Emotional Overwhelm: Strategies for Calm

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/25

In this episode, we dive into the reality of emotional overwhelm—how it hijacks your mind and body, and why it’s so common for those living with CPTSD. Gregory brings warmth, validation, and a dose of gently irreverent humor as he guides you through the science behind overwhelm, shares practical grounding techniques, and explains how self-compassion can be a lifeline in the storm. Real listener stories remind you that you’re not alone, and you’ll walk away with fresh hope, knowing your feelings are

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37:21

CPTSD: Coping with Loneliness

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/21

In this episode, we explore the deeply human experience of loneliness through the lens of CPTSD, breaking the silence around isolation and the old stories trauma can tell us. With compassion and practicality, Gregory guides listeners through the real reasons loneliness takes root after trauma—and how to start gently shifting it. You’ll hear honest stories, research-backed strategies, and hope for finding your way back to meaningful connection, both with others and with yourself. Whether you’re

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14:55

Healing Trauma Through Breathwork and Meditation

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/18

In this episode, Gregory gently guides listeners through the transformative potential of breathwork and meditation as tools for healing complex trauma. Drawing from lived experience and community stories, he explores how intentional breathing and mindful presence can help soothe a chronically overactive nervous system, build a sense of safety in the body, and begin the process of reconnecting with oneself after trauma. With warmth, humor, and deep compassion, Gregory offers simple, actionable

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35:27

Morning Anxiety: Starting Your Day with Calm

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/14

In this episode, we unpack the real-life experience of waking up with anxiety—and how living with CPTSD can turn mornings into the hardest part of the day. You’ll hear why your body and brain might default to “danger mode” before you even open your eyes, and how gentle routines, grounding techniques, and self-compassion can start to shift your mornings from chaos to calm. Listener stories, science-backed tools, and honest conversation create a space where you’re not alone in your struggle—and where

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14:43

CPTSD: Navigating Romantic Relationships After Trauma

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/11

In this episode, we dive deep into what it means to love—and be loved—after complex trauma. With compassion, humor, and honesty, Gregory unpacks why relationships can feel so terrifying yet hopeful for those with CPTSD. You’ll learn how past wounds show up in new connections, why self-sabotage is so common, and how gentle awareness can slowly reshape the way you approach love. Whether you’re single, dating, or partnered, this conversation is a heartfelt guide to healing, connection, and finding the

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37:28

Meditation for Emotional Healing: Reclaiming Calm,...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/07

In this episode, we explore how meditation can become a powerful, practical tool for emotional healing, especially for those living with CPTSD. With gentle guidance, relatable stories, and a down-to-earth approach, you’ll discover how meditation doesn’t require perfection or quieting your mind—it’s about building a kinder relationship with yourself, breath by breath. Whether you’re brand new to meditation or returning after setbacks, you’ll find hope, validation, and realistic strategies for weaving

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15:39

Building Trust in Yourself and Others: Gentle...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/07/04

In this episode, we gently explore what it means to rebuild trust after complex trauma—starting with yourself, and extending to the people around you. With warmth, honesty, and practical tools, Gregory shares how trust is not a one-time leap but a series of small, everyday actions. From keeping tiny promises to yourself to learning how to test and honor boundaries with others, we dig into the fears, hopes, and setbacks that make trust such a challenging but essential part of recovery. Listener

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40:58

Staying Grounded Through Difficult Conversations:...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/06/30

In this episode, we unpack how to stay grounded through difficult conversations—a challenge almost everyone with CPTSD faces. Whether it’s a tense talk with family, a tough moment at work, or setting boundaries with someone who drains you, you’ll find practical tools, gentle validation, and real-life stories that remind you you’re not alone. Host Gregory guides you through the why and how of grounding before, during, and after high-stress interactions, offering hope that it really can get easier—one

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13:17

Healing Through Gratitude Practices: Gentle Tools for...

C-PTSD: Let"s Make Sense Of This Sh*t ·

2025/06/27

In this episode, we explore how small, everyday moments of gratitude can offer powerful healing for those living with CPTSD. Gregory gently guides listeners through the realities of practicing gratitude—not as toxic positivity, but as a quiet, grounded way to reclaim agency, calm the nervous system, and rediscover hope alongside pain. With listener stories, research-backed insights, and practical tools, you’ll learn how gratitude can become part of your daily healing, no matter how difficult things

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