{"podcast":{"title":"C-PTSD: Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t","slug":"c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150","podcast_index_feed_id":7040150,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6331440/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--6331440","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/f0969bfe4824da33190375d81e9642b6.jpg","author":"Let's Work This Sh*t Out","episode_count":152,"summary":"CPTSD: Let’s Make Sense of This Sh*t Living 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 stories from those who've walked in your shoes. Tune in twice a week as we explore what it truly means to live with CPTSD. Our Main Podcast episodes (Tuesdays) feature in-depth discussions, expert advice, and actionable tools to help you understand and navigate CPTSD. On Fridays , our Healing Episodes deliver short, calming exercises and grounding techniques to help you find balance and relief in the moment. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and an unshakeable sense of empathy, we’re here to help you make sense of the tough stuff and remind you that healing is within reach—even when it feels impossible. Whether you’re battling anxiety, emotional flashbacks, or the daily weight of…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-05T16:17:21.345972+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150"},"episode":{"title":"CPTSD 101: Making Sense of Trauma and Healing","slug":"cptsd-101-making-sense-of-trauma-and-healing","published_at":"2024-10-05T22:48:58+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/cptsd-101-making-sense-of-trauma-and-healing","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cptsd-101-making-sense-of-trauma-and-healing--62253747","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62253747/s1_e1_2024_10_05.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we break down the basics of Complex PTSD (CPTSD) — what it is, how it differs from PTSD, and why understanding your trauma is the first step toward real healing. Whether you're newly diagnosed or just starting to make sense of your experiences, this episode provides a clear, compassionate introduction to CPTSD and the path to recovery. What You'll Learn: • The key differences between PTSD and CPTSD • How childhood trauma shapes your nervous system • Why emotional flashbacks are a core symptom • The role of shame and self-criticism in CPTSD • Practical first steps for starting your healing journey Key Insights: • CPTSD often results from prolonged, repeated trauma • Healing involves reconnecting with your authentic self • Validation of your experiences is crucial for recovery • Small, consistent steps lead to lasting change • You are not broken — your brain adapted to survive Recommended Resources: • \"Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving\" by Pete Walker • \"The Body Keeps the Score\" by Bessel van der Kolk • \"Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors\" by Janina Fisher 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at cptsd@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club 💛 Help keep these vital conversations alive—Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...","meta_description":"In this episode, we break down the basics of Complex PTSD (CPTSD) — what it is, how it differs from PTSD, and why understanding your trauma is the first s…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2064,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/episodes/cptsd-101-making-sense-of-trauma-and-healing/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/cptsd-101-making-sense-of-trauma-and-healing.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}