Have You Ever Considered How Past Experiences Might Still Affect You?
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You might not call it "trauma," but have you ever wondered why, despite your resilience and strength, you still struggle with self-doubt, perfectionism, or burnout?
Trauma doesn’t always stem from major events. Often, it’s the quieter moments—times when your needs weren’t met, when you felt unseen, unheard, or unsafe—that shape how you see yourself today. Experts like Bessel van der Kolk reveal that our bodies store these unresolved experiences. Dr Richard Schwartz shows us how protective behaviours like perfectionism and overworking develop from these moments. According to Brené Brown, hidden feelings of shame fuel the constant need to prove yourself, and Dr Gabor Maté highlights how suppressing emotions creates chronic stress and burnout.
If these struggles resonate, it’s not because something’s wrong with you—it’s your body’s way of telling you it’s time to heal. Recognising this is your first step toward living a life of genuine clarity, confidence, and ease.