{"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":"How Guided Visualization Creates a Calm Safe Space for CPTSD","slug":"how-guided-visualization-creates-a-calm-safe-space-for-cptsd","published_at":"2024-11-20T05:05:06+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/how-guided-visualization-creates-a-calm-safe-space-for-cptsd","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-guided-visualization-creates-a-calm-safe-space-for-cptsd--62816999","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62816999/cptsd_19_nove_24_fable_tts_1_hd.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we walk you through a guided visualization designed to create an instant sense of calm by building a safe space within your mind. This technique is especially powerful for those with CPTSD who struggle with hypervigilance and need a reliable tool for grounding. You'll learn how to engage your senses to construct a personalized sanctuary that you can access anytime, anywhere. What You'll Learn: • How to quickly shift from panic to peace using visualization • Steps to design a safe space tailored to your needs • Techniques to engage all five senses for deeper grounding • Ways to use this exercise during flashbacks or anxiety spikes • How to make this practice a daily habit for long-term calm Key Insights: • Your brain's neuroplasticity allows you to create new safe associations • Visualization activates the same neural pathways as real experience • A personalized safe space can become a powerful anchor in therapy • Combining breathwork with imagery enhances the calming effect • Consistency in practice strengthens the safety response over time 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 walk you through a guided visualization designed to create an instant sense of calm by building a safe space within your mind. This te…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":599,"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/how-guided-visualization-creates-a-calm-safe-space-for-cptsd/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/how-guided-visualization-creates-a-calm-safe-space-for-cptsd.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}