104 The Stages of Recovery Part 1, The Moratorium

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The Second Wind Podcast

Jan Carter

16 episodes

3 weeks ago

Helping people build the blueprint to bounce forward from their biggest health challenges.

Whether you are battling back from a major injury, navigating a life altering diagnosis, or your body just isn't what it once was. The journey to feel strong and truly capable again, can feel like a lonely one. I'm Jan Carter and this is Second Wind, the blueprint for your comeback.

Every week, we hear inspiring stories in the comeback corner and learn from experts who understand the physical, mental, and emotional fight. This is our proof that a setback isn't the end of your story. It's the start of your strongest chapter yet. It is time to stop feeling stuck and start becoming the architect of your comeback.

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Helping people build the blueprint to bounce forward from their biggest health challenges.

Send your comeback stories and questions for the experts to TheSecondWindPodcast@gmail.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

104 The Stages of Recovery Part 1, The Moratorium

The Second Wind Podcast

33 minutes 34 seconds

2 months ago

104 The Stages of Recovery Part 1, The Moratorium

What happens when a sudden injury, a frustrating diagnosis, or the simple reality of aging brings your world to a halt? This episode kicks off our 5-part series, "The Blueprint for Your Mind," by tackling the first and most overwhelming stage of psychological recovery: The Moratorium. Whether you've been sidelined by a catastrophic health event, a season-ending injury, or a discouraging setback, host Jan Carter breaks down the science behind why you feel numb, lost, and unable to think about the future. This isn't a sign of weakness; it's a predictable survival response. We’ll give you a practical, first-aid kit for the soul and show you not how to get better, but how to simply get through the storm.

References and Further Reading

The Kübler-Ross Grief Cycle: A foundational overview of the five stages of grief (Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance) which are often experienced after a life-altering diagnosis. (Sources: HealthCentral, StatPearls - NCBI)
Coping with a diagnosis of chronic illness: Practical advice directly from the American Psychological Association on managing the emotional impact of a diagnosis. (Source: American Psychological Association)
The Stages of Recovery Instrument: For those interested in the original academic framework, this paper by Andresen, Oades, and Caputi outlines the five-stage model (Moratorium, Awareness, Preparation, Rebuilding, Growth) that forms the basis of our series. (Source: University of Wollongong)
Common Reactions After Trauma: An excellent, easy-to-understand resource on the common emotional and physical reactions to traumatic events. (Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - National Center for PTSD)
The Neurobiology of Stress, Anxiety, and Fear: A more detailed look at how stress hormones like cortisol affect brain function, explaining the science behind "brain fog." (Source: Spacioustherapy.com, referencing established neurobiology)
Post-traumatic stress disorder: the neurobiological impact of psychological trauma: A scientific article that explains how trauma can alter brain circuits, particularly the amygdala and prefrontal cortex. (Source: PMC - PubMed Central)
Cope with a Life-Threatening Illness or Serious Health Event: A comprehensive guide with practical tips for navigating the emotional and psychological challenges of a health crisis. (Source: HelpGuide.org)
Coping after a traumatic event: Actionable advice on how to manage the immediate aftermath of a crisis, from a leading psychiatric organization. (Source: Royal College of Psychiatrists)

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