{"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":"Create Your Safe Space: How to Build Emotional and Physical Safety","slug":"create-your-safe-space-how-to-build-emotional-and-physical-safety","published_at":"2024-10-25T13:59:08+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/create-your-safe-space-how-to-build-emotional-and-physical-safety","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/create-your-safe-space-how-to-build-emotional-and-physical-safety--62502216","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62502216/cptsd_6_fable_tts_1_hd.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we dive deep into what it really means to create safe spaces—both emotionally and physically—for those navigating complex trauma. For CPTSD survivors, safety isn't just a concept; it's a survival necessity that often feels elusive. We explore practical steps to establish internal and external safety, from setting boundaries to regulating your nervous system, so you can finally breathe and heal. What You'll Learn: • How to identify what emotional safety feels like in your body • Practical strategies for creating physical safety in your environment • The role of boundaries in building trust and security • How to communicate your safety needs to others • Ways to recognize and repair safety violations Key Insights: • Safety is a felt sense, not just a logical decision • Your nervous system needs consistent cues of safety to calm down • Safe spaces can be created internally through self-compassion and grounding • Physical safety often requires modifying your environment and routines • Emotional safety deepens when you honor your authentic responses Recommended Resources: • \"The Body Keeps the Score\" by Bessel van der Kolk • \"Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving\" by Pete Walker • \"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 dive deep into what it really means to create safe spaces—both emotionally and physically—for those navigating complex trauma. For CPT…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":463,"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/create-your-safe-space-how-to-build-emotional-and-physical-safety/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/create-your-safe-space-how-to-build-emotional-and-physical-safety.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}