{"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 the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique Helps You Stay Present with CPTSD","slug":"how-the-5-4-3-2-1-grounding-technique-helps-you-stay-present-with-cptsd","published_at":"2024-11-13T19:27:12+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/c-ptsd-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t-7040150/how-the-5-4-3-2-1-grounding-technique-helps-you-stay-present-with-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-the-5-4-3-2-1-grounding-technique-helps-you-stay-present-with-cptsd--62725241","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/62725241/healing_8_fable_tts_1_hd.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we dive into the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique—a powerful, five-sense tool to pull you out of flashbacks and into the present moment. If you live with CPTSD, you know how easily dissociation or panic can hijack your day. We break down exactly how to use each step to calm your nervous system and reclaim control, even in the middle of chaos. What You'll Learn: • How to activate the 5-4-3-2-1 technique in under 60 seconds • Why grounding works on a neurological level for trauma survivors • The difference between sensory grounding and emotional regulation • Common mistakes that sabotage grounding (and how to avoid them) • How to adapt the technique for public or high-stress situations Key Insights: • Grounding interrupts the freeze response by engaging the prefrontal cortex • The technique works best when practiced daily, not just in crisis • Each sense (sight, touch, hearing, smell, taste) targets a different trauma trigger • Pairing grounding with slow breathing amplifies its calming effect • Over time, grounding rewires neural pathways for greater present-moment awareness Recommended Resources: • \"The Body Keeps the Score\" by Bessel van der Kolk • \"Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving\" by Pete Walker • PTSD Coach app (free, from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? 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