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C-PTSD: Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t

CPTSD Recovery: Why Real Progress Isn’t Linear (and How to Trust the Process)

24 May 2025

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In this episode, Gregory brings warmth and honesty to a topic every trauma survivor faces: why recovery from CPTSD never follows a straight line. You’ll hear real stories and research that reveal the hidden wisdom of setbacks, the subtle signs of true progress, and the daily courage it takes to keep showing up, even when it feels like you’re circling back. Expect validating, practical guidance for weathering the tough days and celebrating the small wins—because every act of self-kindness is a step forward, even when it doesn’t look like it.Key Takeaways• Setbacks are a normal part of CPTSD recovery and don’t erase progress• Non-linear healing teaches us to meet old pain with new tools and compassion• Tracking small victories helps reveal real growth, even when progress feels invisible• Gentleness with yourself is more powerful than perfection or pushing through• Community support is essential for navigating the ups and downs of healingWhat You’ll Discover• How to recognize non-linear patterns and hidden signs of progress• The science of neuroplasticity and how trauma recovery rewires your brain• Practical tools for handling setbacks, spirals, and emotional flashbacks• Why celebrating tiny wins matters for long-term healing• Ways to build resilience and hope during tough timesResources Mentioned• “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk• “Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving” by Pete Walker• “Self-Compassion” by Kristin Neff• National Center for PTSD (www.ptsd.va.gov)Next Episode PreviewNext time, we’ll dive into strategies for staying grounded and connected during tough conversations, with tools for navigating triggers and protecting your peace.📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at [email protected].💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛Help keep these vital conversations alive—join here: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--6331440/support 

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