Trauma Response: Fight, Flight or Freezer! Which One Are You Join Kirsty van den Bulk as she talks with Philippa Smithhurst, a trauma psychotherapist and newly published author. In this episode of The Wise Why, Philippa shares her profound insights into how trauma impacts our lives, likening it to a boulder disrupting the calm of a pond. She delves into trauma responses beyond the typical "fight or flight," such as: ➡️ Flop: Shutting down when overwhelmed. ➡️ Dissociation: Disconnecting from painful emotions. We discuss the lasting effects of childhood trauma, the resilience of post-traumatic growth, and practical, compassionate strategies for managing trauma. Philippa also shares an inspiring golden nugget of advice: "Trauma is like too much chili in your soup—you can’t remove it, but you can balance it with other ingredients. Introducing even small positives can restore balance and bring comfort." 💡 Key Highlights: ➡️ Practical tips for managing trauma with self-compassion. ➡️ How the pandemic shaped trauma responses. ➡️ Inspiring post-traumatic growth examples, like Terry Waite. ➡️ Empowering techniques for self-nurturing and healing. This conversation is a must-watch for anyone seeking understanding, hope, and tools for navigating life’s challenges. Chapters; 00:26 Philippa Smethurst 01:20 20 ways to Break Free from Trauma 02:20 The Coke Affect! 04:18 Slowing Down Our Breath 05:35 Lokdown Inspiration 06:01 The Three Trauma Responses 06: 46 Dissociation 08:00 Shame Drives Shame 09:42 Trauma's Wound 12:46 Trauma Comes In All Sizes 14:04 Trauma Exercise 16:24 Life's Curveballs 18:02 Life In China 21:14 Sir Terry Waite and Alistair Campbell 22:36 Post Traumatic Growth 26:05 Trauma Makes Us Vulnerable 29:37 Chilli Soup! 32.24 Close Buy the Book: https://philippasmethurst.com/bookshop

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