c-ptsd doesn’t have to be permanent, recovery is possible 👇🏼 living with c-ptsd can feel like carrying a huge invisible weight every single day 🥹 it’s not just about feeling constantly overwhelmed or anxious…when you have c-ptsd both your brain and your body’s chemistry have changed 🤯 there’s a deep-rooted lack of safety that’s wired into your nervous system 😮‍💨 you might be dealing with symptoms like: ✨ recurring flashbacks or nightmares ✨ emotional numbness ✨ a persistent sense of threat

People who struggle with trauma (c-ptsd/ ptsd) often isolate in moments of emotional burnout or when experiencing difficult emotions. Often they grew up in a family dynamic in which speaking up, sharing feelings, options and being your authentic self was not allowed or you were wronged or even shamed for having those feelings. As a result you feel inadequate or a deep sense of shame when you struggle with difficult emotions. You hide and suppress them and isolate yourself from others. Being alon