Overcoming PTSD with Brad Schipke

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In today’s Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen talk about comparison — and why it quietly destroys confidence, healing momentum, and self-worth in trauma recovery. Most comparison is based on a snapshot. A sliver of someone else’s life. A highlight moment with none of the backstory. We see someone laughing with their family, succeeding financially, looking healthy, or appearing confident… and we subconsciously assume their life has always been that way. But we’re comparing our behind-the-scenes struggle to their polished moment. Kayleen shares a powerful real-life story about meeting a stranger who envied her family dynamic after seeing one joyful night — without knowing the years of pain and work it took to build those relationships. That moment becomes the foundation for a deeper lesson: comparison without context creates false conclusions. Instead of using comparison as a weapon against yourself, the episode reframes it as data. Information you can study. Inspiration you can learn from. A roadmap rather than a verdict. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why comparison is based on incomplete information How highlight moments distort reality The danger of pedestal thinking Why success and happiness are earned, not accidental How to turn jealousy into curiosity A healthier measuring stick for progress Why everyone is ahead in some areas and behind in others How humility accelerates growth How to use other people’s success as instruction instead of proof you’re failing 🧠 Key Takeaway You are not behind. You’re in a different chapter. And chapters are written, not assigned. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Live Coaching Call 01:06 Mindset Monday: The Dangers of Comparison 02:33 Understanding the Impact of Comparison 08:00 Personal Story: The Importance of Context 13:54 Lessons from the Weekend 17:11 The Value of Hard Work and Persistence 24:57 Embracing Humility for Personal Growth 25:42 The Power of Asking for Guidance 26:51 Finding the Right Environment for Growth 27:56 Creating Connections Through Shared Experiences 29:24 Admiring and Learning from Others 32:12 Celebrating Others to Elevate Yourself 33:47 The Impact of Positive Thinking 39:03 Final Thoughts and Challenges   Topics Covered: comparison mindset • PTSD recovery • trauma healing • self-worth • emotional resilience • jealousy and healing • growth mindset • confidence rebuilding • nervous system recovery • trauma perspective • personal progress • mental reframing • healing journey • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad breaks down one of the most powerful and long-lasting skills from the trauma recovery journey: visualization. Unlike many tools that fade once healing is complete, visualization is a skill Brad still uses every day to stay focused, grounded, and in control of his mind. The session explores how visualization isn’t something you “learn” from scratch—it’s something your brain already does constantly. From daydreaming to worst-case-scenario thinking, your mind is visualizing whether you realize it or not. The key to recovery and emotional regulation is learning how to take conscious control of that process instead of letting it run automatically. Brad explains how visualization strengthens the mental muscle of control, helping you interrupt negative thought loops, reduce PTSD triggers, improve focus, and even prepare your brain for success before the day begins. Through practical examples—from managing nausea on a turbulent flight to improving sleep and productivity—this episode shows how visualization becomes a foundation for long-term trauma healing and daily life mastery. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why visualization is one of the most important long-term PTSD recovery skills How your brain constantly visualizes even when you aren’t aware of it The difference between negative, neutral, and positive visualization How visualization builds the mental muscle of control and focus Why practicing visualization before you need it makes it more effective How visualization helps stop worst-case-scenario thinking Using safe space visualization for triggers, flashbacks, and anxiety How visualizing your day improves sleep and daily performance Why visualization works even for people with ADHD or racing thoughts 🧠 Key Takeaway Visualization isn’t about imagining a perfect future—it’s about training your brain to go where you choose instead of where trauma pulls it. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:26 Engagement and Announcements 02:53 The Power of Visualization 05:44 Practical Applications of Visualization 09:06 Harnessing Focus and Control 12:46 Challenges of Multitasking 15:18 Strategies for Effective Focus 25:41 Balancing Multiple Tasks 26:23 The Importance of Discipline 26:48 Visualization Techniques for Focus 27:33 Training Exercises with Shiloh 30:23 Visualization in Daily Life 40:38 Planning and Organizing Projects 43:11 Visualization Tools and Techniques 44:55 Interactive Q&A Session 45:04 Upcoming Events and Birthdays 48:34 Final Thoughts and Farewell   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • visualization techniques • mental control • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • safe space visualization • trauma coping tools • focus and mindfulness • ADHD and trauma • negative thought patterns • worst case scenario thinking • PTSD triggers • anxiety management • sleep and trauma • productivity after trauma • recovery routines • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In today’s Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching workshop, Brad and Kayleen break down one of the most overlooked foundations of PTSD and trauma recovery: building routines by focusing on just one thing at a time. Instead of overwhelming yourself with long habit lists, they show how choosing a single, manageable action can create momentum that naturally compounds. Kayleen shares personal stories from early recovery—when confusion, conflicting advice, and too many techniques made healing feel impossible. The breakthrough came from simplifying everything and committing to one consistent habit, even when it wasn’t perfect or optimized. Over time, that one habit became part of who she was and opened the door to adding more. Brad and Kayleen explain why consistency matters more than intensity, how to “stick” a new habit to something you already do every day, and how this approach applies directly to trauma processing. If you’ve struggled to stay consistent with healing tools, routines, or self-care, this episode gives you a clear, practical way to start. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why focusing on one habit is more effective than juggling many How routines support PTSD and trauma recovery over time How to choose your personal “one thing” without overthinking it Why consistency beats perfection in healing and habit-building How to anchor new habits to existing routines like coffee or showers When and how to add new habits after the first one sticks Why trauma processing works best when it’s part of a daily routine How rewards and self-acknowledgment reinforce healing behaviors Why putting daily focus on healing matters more than the exact method 🧠 Key Takeaway Healing doesn’t require perfect routines—it requires consistent focus on getting better, one small action at a time. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:07 Today's Topic: Building Routines 02:28 Personal Journey: Discovering the Power of One Thing 03:01 Engagement and Interaction 03:35 The Importance of Flexibility in Routines 05:46 The Affirmation Routine: A Personal Story 11:34 Adding Layers to Your Routine 14:05 Consistency and Habit Formation 24:49 Coaching and Accountability 28:32 Exploring Options for Personal Growth 28:41 The Power of Affirmations 29:01 Consistency in Practice 29:06 Processing Techniques for Healing 29:21 Choosing Your Focus 30:20 The Importance of Daily Habits 33:33 Everything Works if You Work It 36:46 Interactive Workshop: Sticking to Your One Thing 42:50 14-Day Challenge Announcement 45:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • healing routines • habit building • consistency over perfection • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma processing • affirmations • daily healing habits • recovery mindset • behavioral change • trauma coping tools • recovery routines • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen explore patience as a foundational mindset skill in trauma and PTSD recovery. Using a simple real-life story about dog-sitting chaos, they show how healing changes your ability to respond calmly instead of reacting from frustration, urgency, or overwhelm. They break down why trauma puts the nervous system into constant “life-or-death” mode, making even small disruptions feel intolerable. Patience isn’t something you magically gain once healed—it’s a skill you build along the way, especially in moments of frustration, anxiety, and emotional escalation. This episode connects patience to control, compassion, boundaries, and acceptance. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re getting “wound up,” how to pause that momentum, and how patience creates space for clearer thinking, healthier relationships, and more peace with yourself during recovery. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why trauma makes everyday stressors feel urgent and overwhelming How patience is a learnable skill, not a personality trait How to recognize frustration as a signal to pause and slow down Why “slow the hell down” is powerful nervous system regulation How patience leads to control instead of emotional reactivity How to stop negative momentum before it spirals How patience improves relationships without tolerating disrespect Why impatience with yourself can slow trauma recovery How to apply patience to healing, sobriety, relationships, and daily life 🧠 Key Takeaway Patience isn’t passive — it’s the skill that gives you control when trauma tries to rush you into reaction. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:13 Today's Topic: Mindset and Patience 01:28 Hank's Morning Adventures 04:54 The Importance of Patience in Healing 10:32 Practical Tips for Practicing Patience 23:09 Applying Patience in Relationships 29:09 Choosing Your Focus Area 29:34 Commitment and Patience 30:13 Humorous Interlude 31:25 Control in Relationships 32:42 Processing Emotions and Trauma 35:10 Setting Boundaries and Self-Reflection 44:04 Practical Tips for Reducing Chaos 48:01 Revisiting Past Decisions 50:19 Navigating Complex Relationships 56:37 Final Thoughts and Homework       Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • patience and trauma • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma mindset • frustration triggers • trauma reactions • slowing down • trauma coping tools • acceptance • self-compassion • relationship triggers • trauma and control • recovery mindset • PTSD emotional skills • trauma reactivity • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching • Overcoming PTSD Podcast

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen dive deep into one of the most overlooked foundations of sobriety: true commitment. Not commitment as willpower or motivation—but commitment as a mindset that comes before action and carries you through urges, cravings, and emotional storms. They explain why many people unknowingly stay committed to their addiction through their actions, even when they want sobriety, and how real change begins when you consciously decide what you’re loyal to. Through powerful examples—from pets and relationships to everyday habits—Brad shows how commitment works when it’s unconditional and why sobriety requires the same level of devotion. This episode also breaks down the neuroscience of addiction, dopamine overload, and why the first 90 days feel so hard—but lead to a point where sobriety becomes a non-issue. You’ll be guided through a practical exercise to identify what’s truly at stake if nothing changes, and how to use that clarity to build a commitment strong enough to outlast cravings. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why commitment to sobriety must start in the mind before action How your daily actions reveal what you’re truly committed to The difference between wanting sobriety and being committed to it Why the first 90 days of sobriety feel intense but lead to freedom How dopamine overload keeps addiction cycles alive What’s really at stake if addictive behaviors continue How to create a powerful commitment contract for sobriety Why emotional pain can be a catalyst for lasting change How sobriety eventually becomes a non-issue with the right foundation 🧠 Key Takeaway Sobriety becomes sustainable when you commit to it the same way you commit to someone you love—no matter what. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:48 Today's Topic: Commitment to Sobriety 01:45 Understanding Commitment: Mindset and Action 02:23 Interactive Engagement: Sharing in the Chat 03:48 The Compound Effect and Daily Actions 06:14 Personal Stories and Examples of Commitment 13:33 Commitment in Relationships and Life 18:42 Why Should You Be Committed to Sobriety? 23:35 The Power of Commitment 23:52 Understanding What's at Stake 25:04 Visualizing the Consequences 29:05 The Role of Dopamine in Addiction 30:41 Repairing the Dopamine System 31:20 Finding Joy in Simple Things 33:56 The Importance of Emotional Intimacy 35:05 Facing the Pain to Make a Change 41:33 Creating a Commitment Contract 46:20 Final Thoughts and Next Steps   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma and addiction • sobriety commitment • addiction recovery mindset • dopamine regulation • trauma healing • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • PTSD triggers • cravings and urges • sobriety tools • recovery routines • trauma coping tools • commitment contract • behavioral addictions • substance abuse recovery • long-term sobriety • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen return after Inspiration Week and share a powerful perspective shift: trauma recovery isn’t the end of the journey—it’s the foundation for everything you want next. They recap what they learned at a major entrepreneurship conference and connect it directly to healing, mindset, and long-term growth. Kayleen tells a story that hit her hard in the best way: watching a wildly successful coach take notes like a beginner while listening to an even bigger entrepreneur. The lesson was simple and humbling—successful people never stop growing. There’s always a next level, and growth continues in new forms: confidence, purpose, relationships, impact, and contribution. They also bring this back to you and your recovery journey. The same tools you’re learning to heal PTSD—belief work, emotional regulation, self-talk, and processing—keep applying at every stage of life. Whether your next goal is writing a book, building a business, helping others, strengthening your family, or finding purpose again, the inner work remains the lever that makes progress possible. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why growth never stops even after major PTSD and trauma healing How recovery becomes the foundation for relationships purpose and impact The difference between moving forward in fear versus moving forward in faith Why successful people stay humble and keep learning like beginners How the same trauma healing tools apply to business goals and life goals Why mindset beliefs and self-worth still matter at every “next level” How fear shows up when you step into the unknown and what to do with it Why action is the real dividing line between staying stuck and growing How community support helps you keep moving when fear gets loud 🧠 Key Takeaway Move forward in faith—because the moment you stop stepping into fear is the moment you stop growing. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:15 Reflecting on Inspiration Week 02:06 Upcoming Events and Announcements 04:52 The Importance of Growth 05:44 Insights from the ClickFunnels Conference 09:36 Learning from Successful Entrepreneurs 17:23 Continuous Growth and Personal Development 25:36 Setting Goals Beyond Recovery 31:42 Kim's Goal and Internal Challenges 32:33 The Importance of Foundational Content 33:11 Facing Fear and Taking Action 36:14 Overcoming Initial Setbacks 37:36 The Journey of Helping Others 39:50 The Birth of a New Mission 44:53 Stepping into Fear and Growing 50:44 Community Support and Moving Forward in Faith 54:42 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • post-traumatic growth • growth mindset • fear vs faith • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • self-worth • limiting beliefs • belief change • mindset coaching • trauma processing • recovery motivation • personal development • healing foundations • purpose after trauma • meaning and fulfillment • confidence building • imposter syndrome • entrepreneurship mindset • resilience • overcoming fear • taking action • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In today’s Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen break down a simple but powerful strategy for accelerating PTSD and trauma recovery: the “healing vacation.” It’s exactly what it sounds like—a set period of time (from one day to several days) where you step away from normal life and focus on healing work with intention, structure, and rest. They explain why many people feel stuck in a slow-burn recovery model—like weekly therapy sessions that may not include real trauma processing—and how intensity and focused time spent processing can dramatically move the needle. The core idea is simple: if there’s a finite amount of healing work to do, you can either spread it out over months…or compress it into a shorter window by doing more focused processing in a concentrated timeframe. Kayleen shares the story that sparked this concept: a modest cabin trip where she spent multiple days doing structured processing “sprints” with rest breaks—resulting in a dramatic drop in nightmares and flashbacks that didn’t come back. Brad then gives a practical step-by-step plan to set up your own healing vacation, whether you travel somewhere quiet or simply carve out protected time at home. 💡 What You’ll Learn What a healing vacation is and why it can accelerate PTSD recovery Why time spent processing is one of the biggest drivers of real healing How to use sprint and recovery cycles to go deeper without burning out How to choose the highest priority trauma or belief to work on first How to prepare your environment to avoid distractions and “loopholes” Why rest is part of the healing process and not wasted time How to make a healing vacation a weekly routine if full days aren’t possible Common mistakes that reduce results and how to avoid them How to protect the time with boundaries around phones, social media, and other people 🧠 Key Takeaway The more focused time you spend processing—supported by real rest—the faster you can move from survival mode to real peace. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:30 Exploring Healing Vacations 09:27 Kayleen's Healing Vacation Experience 11:29 Engaging with the Audience 13:54 Planning Your Own Healing Vacation 24:23 Preparing for a Healing Vacation 25:05 Choosing and Using Recovery Tools 29:12 Common Pitfalls to Avoid 31:51 Planning Your Next Healing Vacation 33:38 Q&A and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • healing vacation • trauma processing • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • recovery routines • healing intensity • trauma coping tools • PTSD flashbacks • nightmares • trauma triggers • self-guided healing • processing tools • challenging beliefs • protector tool • introspective healing • therapy alternatives • healing momentum • recovery planning • boundaries with social media • healing schedule • rest and integration • accelerated trauma recovery • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable In this episode, Brad and Kaylene break down one of the most misunderstood — and most powerful — trauma recovery skills: acceptance. Acceptance isn’t giving up, approving of harm, or ignoring problems. It’s stopping the internal fight with reality so you can regain clarity, peace, and control. When we resist reality — whether it’s emotions, people, triggers, or life circumstances — we create unnecessary suffering on top of the original pain. Using clear examples, personal stories, and the powerful “first dart vs second dart” metaphor, this session shows how acceptance reduces anxiety, stops emotional spirals, and frees up the energy needed to heal and move forward. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why resistance creates emotional suffering and keeps trauma alive The difference between acceptance and resignation How internal and external non-acceptance show up as anxiety, anger, and stress The “first dart vs second dart” model for understanding emotional spirals Why life only throws one dart — and how we wound ourselves repeatedly How acceptance restores clarity and decision-making Why acceptance is a muscle you can train daily How small disturbances reveal unprocessed trauma How to accept emotions without suppressing or acting them out Why peace comes after feeling, not avoiding, pain 🧠 Key Takeaway Life throws one dart. Everything after that is optional — and acceptance is how you stop hurting yourself. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Weekly Overview 00:50 Recap of Last Week's Bootcamp 01:48 Today's Topic: Acceptance 03:39 Brad's Personal Story on Acceptance 07:42 Kayleen's Insights on Acceptance 12:22 Practical Applications of Acceptance 26:47 The Concept of First and Second Darts 29:55 The Concept of Life's Darts 30:22 The Importance of Acceptance 31:03 Emotional Triggers and Resistance 34:48 Practical Steps to Acceptance 37:13 Engaging with the Audience 41:28 Upcoming Topics and Q&A 55:00 Final Thoughts and Announcements   Topics Covered: acceptance mindset • PTSD recovery • trauma healing • emotional regulation • resistance vs acceptance • anxiety relief • emotional processing • nervous system healing • trauma triggers • self-talk • first dart second dart model • chronic stress • emotional freedom • inner peace • healing skills • mindset tools • recovery coaching • emotional awareness • trauma release

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable This session focuses on a sneaky but powerful reason many people stay stuck in addiction or “sobriety rehearsal”: they don’t truly believe a life without the habit is possible — even if they want it. Brad and Kaylene break down how beliefs actually work (a thought supported by references/experiences) and show you how to start building the belief that change is possible by collecting real proof from your life, one minute at a time. You’ll also learn how to avoid the overwhelm of “forever” by narrowing your focus to the present moment, building small wins, and surrounding yourself with references that prove a different lifestyle is real — because it is. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why the belief “it’s not possible” quietly guarantees relapse The three phases of the sobriety journey and what “sobriety rehearsal” really means How to stop thinking in forever and focus on right now Why one minute of success is still a real reference you can keep forever The belief table framework and how thoughts become beliefs through references How to actively collect proof that you can change even when urges are intense How to borrow references from other people to strengthen your belief Why “needs” habits like eating require clearer definitions and boundaries How wins build confidence and momentum during the first 90 days 🧠 Key Takeaway If you can do it for one minute, you can do it for one minute — and those small wins become the proof that rewires your belief. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Engagement and Setting Up for Success 01:24 Beliefs and Addiction: The Foundation 03:21 Understanding the Sobriety Journey 07:12 Inspiration Week and Community Announcements 17:15 Building Positive Beliefs and References 29:27 Recognizing Existing References 30:16 Building Positive Beliefs 32:01 The Power of Community 33:58 Personal Experiences and Growth 40:48 Defining and Tackling Addictions 50:39 Inspiration Week and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: addiction recovery • sobriety rehearsal • lifelong sobriety • beliefs and addiction • belief table • building references • habit change • relapse loop • one day at a time • one minute at a time • motivation and mindset • trauma and addiction • PTSD recovery mindset • compulsive behaviors • emotional regulation • behavior change • codependency behaviors • emotional eating boundaries • inspiration week wins • recovery community support

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   In this episode, Brad teaches a powerful mindset shift: PTSD triggers aren’t something to fear — they’re information. When you get triggered, your brain is essentially handing you the exact data you need to heal what’s still unprocessed. You’ll learn why triggers happen, what’s actually going on in the brain when old trauma gets activated, and how to stop automatically defaulting to coping (even “positive coping”) as your only path forward. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to use a trigger as a healing opportunity — either in real time (if you can process in the moment) or by capturing the “data” so you can process it later and permanently reduce future triggers. 💡 What You’ll Learn Why trauma triggers are unprocessed memories resurfacing in the present How to reframe pain as useful information instead of a threat The two paths after a trigger: coping vs healing and why the choice matters How triggers reveal exactly what you need to work on next in PTSD recovery How to break a trigger into emotions thoughts memories and beliefs so you can choose the right tool Why processing is faster when the trigger is already “at the surface” How to use triggers to build your “things I need to work on” list What to do if you can’t process in real time and need to capture the data for later Why pain becomes your best friend after you hit a recovery plateau 🧠 Key Takeaway Triggers aren’t proof you’re broken — they’re your brain pointing a flashlight at what’s still unprocessed so you can heal it for good. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Live Coaching Call 01:16 Understanding and Embracing Triggers 04:45 Processing Tools and Healing Routines 07:57 The Science Behind Triggers and Memory 12:31 Choosing the Path to Healing 28:32 Choosing Your Path Forward 29:07 The Power of Processing 29:47 Implementing a Processing Routine 30:17 Q&A and Announcements 30:46 Inspiration Week: Call for Volunteers 34:13 Encouragement to Step Out of Comfort Zones 37:36 Addressing Community Comments and Questions 55:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   opics Covered: PTSD triggers • trauma triggers • PTSD recovery • trauma healing • processing trauma • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • bilateral processing • working memory vs long-term memory • unprocessed trauma • trigger cycle • coping vs healing • mindset shift • pain as data • healing routine • introspective healing • beliefs and trauma • anxiety and stress • recovery plateau • trauma processing tools • emotional awareness • resilience and strength

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   This session builds on yesterday's four levels of behavior change by introducing one of the most powerful tools for locking in new habits: rehearsal. Whether you visualize it or physically practice it, rehearsing your routine removes the decision points that trip you up and makes success feel automatic. Brad and Kaylene explain that the goal of rehearsal is to align your plan with reality as closely as possible. That means thinking through all the little details — where your water bottle is, how long it actually takes you to shower, what happens if the dog needs to go out. These small things create loopholes that your brain will use as excuses if you don't prepare for them. They share a fascinating study showing that pianists who only visualized practicing had the same brain changes as those who physically practiced. Your brain can't tell the difference between a vividly imagined event and a real one. The episode also covers how to reduce overwhelm by breaking things down to the smallest possible action. Brad shares how he tells himself "all you have to do is get in the car" — and that's enough to get the momentum going. The key is to start with what you're actually willing to do, celebrate that progress, and build from there. 💡 What You'll Learn How to rehearse a routine through visualization or physical practice Why the little details matter more than the main points The piano study that proves visualization changes your brain How to identify and eliminate loopholes before they derail you Why timing yourself on a relaxed day gives you accurate data The "just drive to the gym" strategy for overcoming resistance How to break things down so small that overwhelm disappears Why your plan needs to match what you're actually willing to do How to make adjustments without throwing off your whole routine 🧠 Key Takeaway Rehearsing your routine — whether through visualization or physical practice — removes the decision points that trip you up. When you've already gone through it in your mind, you don't have to think. You just do. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:21 Personal Updates and Celebrations 01:57 Understanding Behavior Change 02:57 The Power of Routine Rehearsal 04:07 Engaging with the Audience 06:10 Planning for a Week of Inspiration 07:29 The Importance of Rehearsal in Daily Routines 09:46 Practical Tips for Effective Rehearsal 12:21 Overcoming Obstacles and Staying Consistent 17:05 Visualizing Success and Building Habits 32:01 Morning Routine with My Nephew 32:36 Visualizing and Adjusting Your Routine 34:06 Relaxed Action and Self-Talk 34:40 Removing Pressure for Better Habits 36:57 Planning for Routine Adjustments 39:21 Small Adjustments for Big Changes 42:28 Building Sustainable Habits 53:03 Celebrating Incremental Progress 56:06 Inspiration Week Announcement 57:42 Final Thoughts and Recap   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • routine building • habit change • visualization • rehearsal • morning routine • behavior change • loopholes • decision fatigue • Michael Phelps • piano study • overwhelm • breaking things down • self-talk • lifestyle change • small adjustments • willpower • consistency • recovery mindset

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable In this powerful mindset session, Brad and Kaylene introduce the Four Levels of Behavior Change — a framework that transformed how they approached everything from yelling in their relationship to media addiction. The four levels are: unaware, aware with no control, aware with control, and non-issue. Understanding where you are on this ladder helps you see that you're making progress even when it doesn't feel like it. The hardest part of this journey is level two, where you watch yourself do the thing you know you shouldn't be doing but feel powerless to stop. But here's the truth: it's not that you don't have control — it's that you're unaware of where to exert that control. As you move into level three, you start catching yourself earlier and earlier on the path toward the negative behavior until eventually you can stop before you even start. The ultimate goal is level four: non-issue. This is where the behavior no longer has any pull on you. Brad and Kaylene share that it took about 90-110 days of focused effort to reach this point with their biggest habits. That means by the end of the year, you could eliminate one major negative behavior from your life entirely. You don't have to fight your bad habits forever — you just need to fight them long enough until they become a non-issue. 💡 What You'll Learn The four levels of behavior change and what each one looks like Why level two feels the worst even though it's actually progress How to move from level two to level three by taking note of what goes wrong The river analogy: why there's a current pulling you toward old habits Why the effort required decreases over time as you build new habits How long it typically takes to make a behavior a complete non-issue Why you need to get extremely specific about the behavior you want to change How to use this framework for addictions, relationship patterns, and lifestyle habits 🧠 Key Takeaway You won't have to fight your bad habits forever. With focused effort for 90-110 days, any negative behavior can become a complete non-issue — no urge, no pull, no struggle. You're not broken. You're just ascending through the levels. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:17 Today's Topic: Four Levels of Behavior Change 07:09 Level 1: Unawareness 08:40 Level 2: Awareness Without Control 11:47 Level 3: Awareness With Control 27:01 Understanding the Feeling of No Control 27:20 The Habit Changing Timeline 27:38 The Effort Curve in Behavior Change 28:08 Reaching the Final Level: Behavior as a Non-Issue 29:18 Personal Journeys and Examples 32:26 The Importance of Specificity in Behavior Change 34:56 Making a Commitment to Change 38:29 Defining and Tackling Specific Behaviors 42:02 Community Sharing and Support 51:24 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • behavior change • breaking bad habits • addiction recovery • awareness framework • habit change • sobriety • relationship patterns • yelling • media addiction • self-control • mindset for change • recovery rehearsal • habit momentum • 90-day challenge • lifestyle change • negative behaviors • personal growth

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   This episode answers one of the most foundational questions in trauma recovery: How does PTSD actually happen, and why is it possible to heal? Brad and Kayleen break down the brain science in simple terms, using a relatable example of touching a hot stove to show exactly what goes wrong when an event becomes traumatic — and what needs to happen to fix it. When you experience a normal event, stimuli goes into your working memory, your brain sorts the good from the bad, throws out what you don't need, and stores only the lesson in long-term memory. But when an event is traumatic, your brain skips the working memory entirely and shoves everything — the fear, shame, negative thoughts, raw emotions — straight into long-term storage. That's the glitch. That's PTSD. The good news? Your working memory isn't broken. It's working right now. All you need to do is use processing tools to move that raw, unprocessed material back into the working memory so your brain can finally do what it was designed to do: sort the good from the bad, throw out the negative, and keep only the lesson. That's why healing is not just possible — it's inevitable if you keep taking action. 💡 What You'll Learn How your brain normally processes events through the working memory What happens differently when an event becomes traumatic Why PTSD is essentially a "glitch" where your brain skipped a step The endless cycle of trigger → run/numb/cope → back to storage Why coping skills alone will never fully heal trauma How processing tools move trauma back into the working memory The three pillars of recovery: mindset, routines, and processing Why healing is inevitable if you stay consistent The four processing tools: introspection, protectors, challenging beliefs, and bilateral stimulation 🧠 Key Takeaway Your brain isn't broken — it just skipped a step. Processing tools help you move unprocessed trauma back into your working memory so your brain can finally do what it's designed to do: throw out the negative and keep only the lesson. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:18 Today's Topic: Processing Trauma 01:54 Understanding PTSD and Working Memory 04:13 Normal Event Processing 13:13 Traumatic Event Processing 18:49 The Cycle of Coping 20:06 Healing Through Processing 24:55 Letting Go of Negative Beliefs 25:06 Processing Emotions and Retaining Lessons 26:46 Long-Term Memory and Positive Recall 29:15 The Importance of Mindset and Routines 32:09 The Three Pillars of Recovery 34:58 Consistency in Healing 44:23 Processing Tools Overview 47:25 Community Social Hour and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • how PTSD happens • brain science • working memory • long-term memory • processing trauma • coping vs healing • processing tools • bilateral stimulation • protectors • challenging beliefs • introspection • three pillars of recovery • mindset • routines • trauma processing • emotional release • why healing is possible

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable In this high-impact session, Brad and Kayleen break down the addiction cycle into four clear stages: trigger, pain, addictive behavior, and fallout. They explain how this cycle feeds itself and why awareness alone is a major step toward breaking free. But awareness isn't enough — you need a plan. The key insight is that there are two journeys you must walk to truly overcome addiction. The short-term journey is about breaking the habit by using healthy coping skills when pain hits. The long-term journey is about healing the root trauma that's driving the pain in the first place. If you only do one, you'll stay stuck. Do both, and you can get to a place where the addiction becomes a complete non-issue. Brad and Kayleen also dive into the critical role of self-talk — how you're either talking yourself into the addictive behavior or talking yourself into a different choice. They share practical strategies for preparing ahead of time, including creating a list of enjoyable activities you can turn to when the urge hits, and how to use that moment of pause to redirect yourself. 💡 What You'll Learn The four stages of the addiction cycle and how they feed each other Why the fallout from addictive behavior affects literally everything in your life The two journeys required to break free: short-term habit change and long-term trauma healing Why healthy coping alone won't fully solve the problem How to prepare a list of enjoyable alternatives before the urge hits The power of self-talk in that critical moment of decision Why getting out of your environment is a key strategy How to build references of success that you can lean on 🧠 Key Takeaway You need to walk two journeys to break the addiction cycle: change the habit through healthy coping skills, and heal the underlying trauma that's driving the pain. One without the other keeps you stuck. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS:  00:00 Welcome and Introduction 01:20 Understanding the Addiction Cycle 08:44 Defining Addiction and Its Impact 16:20 Breaking the Addiction Cycle: Short-Term Strategies 25:31 Breaking the Addiction Cycle: Long-Term Strategies 31:19 The Day-by-Day Process of Recovery 31:58 Achieving a Non-Issue State 32:47 Defining and Breaking Addictions 34:38 Evaluating and Setting Boundaries 38:58 Short-Term Coping Strategies 45:27 The Power of Self-Talk 50:53 Navigating the Platform and Resources 55:27 Final Words and Encouragement     Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • addiction recovery • addiction cycle • trauma and addiction • healthy coping skills • breaking bad habits • self-talk • sobriety • behavioral addiction • substance use • healing the root cause • habit change • recovery toolbox • dopamine • emotional regulation • relapse prevention • recovery mindset • trauma processing

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching This episode dives into one of the most overlooked yet essential skills for trauma recovery: radical honesty with yourself. Brad shares how being willing to honestly face his darkest thoughts — including suicidal ideation — was the turning point that allowed him to actually heal those parts of himself. Not by pushing them away, but by accepting they existed so he could work with them. The key insight is that honesty doesn't mean what you feel is objectively true. You might honestly feel like someone hates you even when you logically know they don't. But until you admit that belief exists inside you, you can't fix it. You'll keep acting it out unconsciously. As Carl Jung said, "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate." Brad breaks down the three things you need to be honest about — your thoughts and beliefs, your emotions, and what you truly want — and explains how to bring this forward in processing work. This isn't about facing your deepest fears unprepared. It's about building the skill of honesty little by little, starting with small things, so you can eventually shine light on even the darkest corners of your mind. 💡 What You'll Learn Why honesty is essential for healing, not just "nice to do" The three things you need to be honest with yourself about Why we lie to ourselves (fear, judgment, and shame) How to use honesty within the Protectors processing tool Why what you honestly feel doesn't have to be objectively true How denying emotions keeps them trapped inside you forever The Carl Jung quote that explains why trauma controls your life How to start being honest in small ways before facing deeper pain 🧠 Key Takeaway The emotions, beliefs, and thoughts inside you are there whether you admit them or not. Denying them doesn't make them go away — it just keeps them in the darkness where they continue to control your life. Honesty is the light that allows you to finally see and heal what's been hidden. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:17 The Importance of Honesty 02:53 Personal Struggles with Honesty 03:52 Gradual Steps Towards Honesty 04:52 The Power of Honesty in Healing 06:03 Facing Inner Darkness 08:21 Practical Tips for Honesty 10:46 Understanding and Accepting Emotions 18:45 The Role of Protectors in Healing 26:06 Making the Unconscious Conscious 27:06 Expressing Emotions Honestly 28:16 The Importance of Honesty in Healing 28:51 Q&A Session Begins 29:27 Dealing with Resentment and Shame 30:31 Facing Dark Emotions 32:12 Setting Boundaries and Being Honest 37:46 Processing Emotions and Healing 51:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement     Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • honesty in healing • self-awareness • subconscious beliefs • emotional release • protectors processing • parts work • facing dark thoughts • suicidal ideation recovery • Carl Jung unconscious • trauma processing • releasing emotions • self-honesty • inner work • healing mindset • confronting fear • shame and guilt recovery

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching This session builds directly on the previous day's conversation about balancing goals with daily processes. Brad and Kayleen take the theory and show you exactly how to implement it into your daily life using practical tools like the Unbreakable Planner, affirmations, and intentional self-talk. At the core of this episode is the belief cycle — the feedback loop between your experiences, thoughts, beliefs, and actions. If you believe you're a failure for not reaching your goal yet, you'll take fewer actions, have worse experiences, and reinforce that negative belief. But the beautiful truth is that you have control over this cycle through your thoughts. Same experience, different interpretation, completely different outcome. Brad and Kayleen walk you through how to set micro goals you'll actually accomplish, how to celebrate yourself no matter what, and how to use evening and morning routines to bookend your day with the beliefs you want to build. This isn't about being perfect — it's about moving the ball forward, even if just by half a percent. 💡 What You'll Learn How the belief cycle works and where you have control over it Why setting goals too big sets you up for failure How to use the Unbreakable Planner to track wins and build momentum The difference between measuring success by the goal vs. measuring success by the process How to reframe missed days as opportunities for course correction instead of proof of failure Why comparing yourself week-to-week is more helpful than day-to-day How to celebrate yourself even when progress feels small Why your self-talk after the session ends is the most important part 🧠 Key Takeaway You are a success if you do the daily process, not if you achieve the goal. Change the equation in your mind, and everything else follows. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Session 01:17 Weekly Themes and Recap 01:35 Balancing Goals and Processes 02:59 Implementing Daily Routines 05:06 Setting and Celebrating Goals 12:49 The Belief Cycle Explained 19:13 Practical Tips for Daily Success 29:34 Using the Unbreakable Planner 30:33 Small Wins and Moving the Ball Forward 31:08 End of Day Review: Celebrating Wins 31:45 Using the Unbreakable Planner 32:34 Setting Micro Goals for Tomorrow 33:12 The Power of Affirmations and Goals 34:41 Building a Positive Evening and Morning Routine 35:51 Consistency and Flexibility in Routines 38:15 Reflecting and Adjusting for Growth 41:40 Celebrating Yourself and Setting Boundaries 44:20 Q&A and Community Interaction 54:18 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • belief cycle • daily routines • micro goals • Unbreakable Planner • progress not perfection • self-talk • affirmations • celebrating small wins • morning routine • evening routine • mindset for healing • self-encouragement • building momentum • trauma survivor tools • mental health habits • consistency in recovery

Struggling with trauma/PTSD and need help? Join my private recovery community here and get my 9 best relief tools 100% FREE: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this powerful mindset session, Brad and Kayleen break down one of the most common traps in trauma recovery: becoming so focused on the end goal that you forget to celebrate the daily work that actually gets you there. They share how they each fall on opposite ends of this spectrum — Brad gets caught up in the goal and feels like a failure when he's not there yet, while Kaylene gets lost in the day-to-day and forgets why she's doing the work at all. The truth is, you don't become a success when you achieve full recovery. You become a success every single day you show up and do the work. Using the example of Michael Phelps swimming over 1,400 sessions across four years to win Olympic gold, Brad explains how the championship is won in the daily process — not on race day. This episode is a call to shift how you measure your worth. Stop treating yourself like a failure for not being fully healed yet. Start recognizing that every processing session, every moment of self-care, and every time you show up is the achievement. You already are the person who fully recovers — you're just walking the path to get there. 💡 What You'll Learn How to balance focusing on your healing goal with the daily actions that get you there Why measuring success by the outcome sets you up for constant disappointment The mindset shift that turns imperfect action into a win every single day Why consistency is the only "magic pill" in trauma recovery How to take control of change in the present moment instead of waiting for tomorrow Why you are already the person who achieves full recovery The power of self-encouragement and how to actually celebrate your wins How to stay motivated when recovery takes longer than expected 🧠 Key Takeaway You are not a success for achieving the goal. You are a success for completing the daily process. Every step forward — no matter how small — is the achievement. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:02 Balancing Goals and Daily Processes 03:35 The Importance of Small Wins 10:22 Consistency and the Power of Now 20:41 Taking Control in the Moment 28:43 The Power of Self-Encouragement 29:18 Defining Success in Recovery 30:13 The Importance of Consistency 31:59 Balancing Goals and Daily Actions 33:02 Celebrating Small Wins 34:48 The Journey of Recovery 39:23 Engaging with the Community 48:45 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • mindset for healing • goal setting • daily routines • consistency in recovery • celebrating small wins • self-encouragement • positive self-talk • imperfect action • trauma survivor motivation • processing sessions • mental health habits • self-worth • healing journey • recovery mindset • emotional regulation • personal growth

Struggling with PTSD and ready to FULLY recover? Join my recovery program here (costs less than a single therapy session): https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable How to Have Difficult Conversations After PTSD Turning Conflict Into Connection: Trauma-Safe Difficult Conversations How to Communicate Your Needs Without Triggering PTSD Responses From Avoidance to Authenticity: Healing Trauma Through Hard Conversations Why Difficult Conversations Feel Impossible With PTSD (And How to Do Them Anyway) Stop People-Pleasing: A Trauma Survivor’s Guide to Honest Communication How to Talk About Your Trauma Without Losing Yourself in the Pain PTSD, Triggers, and Tough Talks: A Step-by-Step Communication Framework How to Stay Calm, Loving, and Clear in High-Stakes Conversations With Trauma The “Learning Conversation” Formula for Trauma-Safe Communication and PTSD Recovery Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode, Brad breaks down how to have truly productive, calm, and loving difficult conversations—especially when you’re healing from PTSD or trauma. Instead of going into conflict to “win” or defend, you’ll learn how to approach every hard talk as a learning conversation that creates understanding instead of more hurt. Brad walks you through what true communication really is, why most people were never taught it, and how trauma and PTSD can make honest conversations feel dangerous, overwhelming, or pointless. You’ll see why having a clear goal for the conversation matters just as much as the words you choose. You’ll also discover a simple three-part structure for every difficult conversation: set a goal, gather information, and watch for pain. Brad shows you how to separate intent from impact, use the powerful “and stance,” and stay grounded when emotions or triggers show up—so you can protect your nervous system and your relationships at the same time. By the end, you’ll have a practical communication roadmap you can start using right away with partners, family, friends, and even with yourself. This is the kind of skill that can shift your relationships almost overnight when you begin to use it with curiosity, honesty, and compassion.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to define true communication and why most trauma survivors have never been taught it Why having a clear goal for each difficult conversation changes everything How to use “learning conversations” to turn conflict into curiosity and understanding The three conversations happening at once: in your head, in their head, and out loud How to gather data in a hard conversation by asking better questions and truly listening Why you should avoid absolute statements like “you always” and “you never” How to separate intent from impact so you stop demonizing yourself or others How to use the powerful “and stance” to hold two truths at the same time How to watch for pain and triggers in yourself and others and pause when needed   🧠 Key Takeaway You can be hurt and loving, triggered and responsible, honest and kind—healthy communication is learning to hold both truths at the same time.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:41 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:03 Community Voted Topic: Difficult Conversations 03:41 Defining Communication 05:03 Elements of True Communication 19:40 Understanding Learning Conversations 24:10 Phases of a Learning Conversation 29:43 Watch for Pain in Conversations 30:58 Defining the Goal in Conversations 35:06 Gathering Data Effectively 36:10 The Importance of Asking Questions 38:47 Avoiding Absolute Statements 40:10 Seeing from a Third-Party Perspective 42:23 Deciphering Intent from Impact 47:54 The Power of the 'And' Stance 51:25 Managing Pain in Conversations 56:45 Final Tips and Q&A     Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • difficult conversations • healthy communication after trauma • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • how to talk about your feelings • conflict resolution for trauma survivors • intent vs impact in relationships • the and stance communication tool • learning conversations • triggers in relationships • C-PTSD communication struggles • boundaries and self-expression • recovery toolbox skills • relationship repair after trauma

Struggling with PTSD and ready to FULLY recover? Join my recovery program here (costs less than a single therapy session): https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable Stop Saying “Tomorrow”: The PTSD Routine Challenge That Changes Everything How to Build Trauma-Safe Routines (When You’ve Failed a Thousand Times) PTSD Recovery Starts Today, Not Tomorrow: Break the Resistance and Take Action From Stuck to Moving: A Simple Trauma Routine Challenge You Can Actually Keep The 10-Minute PTSD Routine Shift: How Tiny Actions Create Massive Change Breaking the “I’ll Start Tomorrow” Loop in PTSD Healing Trauma, Routines, and Resistance: How to Finally Follow Through PTSD Morning & Night Routines: How to Stop Snoozing on Your Recovery Overwhelmed by Trauma Recovery? Use This One-Thing-Per-Day Routine Reset The PTSD Boulder: How to Use Micro-Actions to Build Unstoppable Momentum Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode, Brad walks you through a powerful routines challenge designed to break the “I’ll start tomorrow” cycle that keeps so many trauma survivors stuck. Instead of chasing the perfect routine, he shows you how to dissolve resistance and take simple, doable action today. You’ll explore why starting is always the hardest part, how your brain tricks you into postponing change, and what it really takes to build momentum in PTSD recovery. Brad uses practical examples—like getting out of bed, exercising, brushing your teeth, or processing—to show how small, immediate actions can transform your future self. This is a workshop-style session with live coaching, so you’re invited to pick one specific routine you’ve been putting off, commit to it, and create a concrete plan to follow through. By the end, you won’t just understand routines—you’ll have actually taken the first step toward becoming the version of you who follows through.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to break the “I’ll do it tomorrow” loop that stalls PTSD recovery Why starting a new routine takes more energy than maintaining one How to use tiny actions today to build big momentum over time How to choose one realistic habit instead of overwhelming yourself with ten How to use alarms and scheduling to support your routines (without relying on motivation) How to work with resistance instead of shaming yourself for not doing enough How to prioritize your healing routines over distractions and low-priority tasks How to adapt routines when life changes (relationships, work, health, pain, etc) How teaching and sharing your goals with others can deepen your own growth   🧠 Key Takeaway Tomorrow never comes—your future self is built by the small, imperfect actions you take today.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:17 The Importance of Routines 02:57 Identifying and Overcoming Resistance 04:14 Practical Steps to Implement Routines 06:46 Breaking the Resistance: Real-Life Examples 11:47 Community Engagement and Personal Challenges 24:32 Breaking Resistance with Simple Actions 24:54 Teaching as a Tool for Retention 26:03 Engaging in Conversations for Growth 27:00 Taking Action Without Overthinking 27:37 Setting Realistic Goals and Alarms 30:35 Focusing on One Thing at a Time 31:51 Building Momentum with Small Steps 37:14 Honoring Commitments and Adjusting Schedules 45:14 Final Thoughts and Announcements     Topics Covered: PTSD recovery routines • trauma healing habits • overcoming resistance • breaking avoidance patterns • nervous system regulation • micro habits for PTSD • trauma coping tools • daily processing routine • morning and night routines for trauma survivors • emotional regulation skills • building momentum in PTSD healing • self-discipline after trauma • mindset for PTSD recovery • practical PTSD routine challenge • behavior change for trauma survivors

Struggling with PTSD and ready to FULLY recover? Join my recovery program here (costs less than a single therapy session): https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable What Are You Focused On? How PTSD Steals Your Attention (And How To Take It Back) From Trauma Loops To Healing Focus: Training Your Brain After PTSD PTSD Recovery Starts With Focus: Stop Ruminating And Start Rebuilding How To Stop Focusing On The Worst-Case Scenario With PTSD The One-Thing Focus Strategy That Accelerates PTSD Recovery From Negative Spiral To Growth Mindset: Refocusing After Trauma Master Ruminator To Master Healer: Redirecting PTSD Thought Patterns Why Your Focus Determines Your PTSD Recovery (And How To Shift It Today) How To Stop Letting Trauma Run Your Day And Choose Healing Instead Focus On Healing, Not “What I Lost”: A Daily Mindset Reset For PTSD Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode of Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching, Brad’s team walks you through one simple but powerful question: What are you focused on? When you’re living with PTSD or past trauma, your mind is often pulled toward what’s wrong, what went wrong, or what could go wrong next. This session breaks down how that default focus keeps you stuck—and how to retrain it toward healing and growth. You’ll learn why the brain is wired to scan for danger, how that once kept us safe, and why it now fuels anxiety, rumination, and emotional overload. Instead of pretending the past didn’t happen, you’ll hear a healthier approach: “get in, do what needs to be done, and get out” when processing trauma, then intentionally return your focus to the present and the future you want to build. Throughout the call, you’ll hear real examples from survivors—struggling with housework, procrastination, rough weekends, and relationship tension—and how shifting focus just a few degrees changes how they feel and what they do. You’ll also get a practical challenge: choose one thing today that would make the day a win, do it, and then positively “ruminate” on that victory. By the end, you’ll see that focus is a muscle you already have. You don’t need a new brain—you just need to retrain where you aim it. This episode shows you how to move from “I should have…” to “How can I…?” and start building real momentum in your PTSD recovery.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why your brain with PTSD defaults to focusing on threats and negative outcomes How your daily focus quietly shapes your emotions, actions, and long-term recovery The difference between helpful trauma processing and getting stuck in the past How to use the “How can I…?” question to shift from helplessness to action A simple “one thing today” strategy to break procrastination and build momentum How to turn ruminating from a trauma loop into a powerful healing skill Practical ways to celebrate small wins so your brain wants to keep taking action How to hold both truths at once: “This was traumatic” and “Good has come from it” How to start focusing on gratitude, growth, and possibility without invalidating your pain   🧠 Key Takeaway What you focus on grows—when you deliberately aim your attention at healing, you stop feeding the thoughts and habits that keep PTSD in control.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit: https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Welcome back to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 02:02 – Why focus matters more than you think in PTSD recovery 04:10 – The brain’s “danger bias” and why your mind goes negative 06:05 – Focus as a muscle: from master ruminator to master healer 09:12 – “I should be further ahead” and how that focus keeps you stuck 12:40 – Worst-case vs best-case scenario thinking after trauma 16:55 – Holding two truths: pain and growth from the same experience 20:18 – The “one thing today” challenge to create daily wins 25:30 – Begin with the end in mind: focusing on how you’ll feel after action 31:04 – Celebrating small wins and rewiring your focus loops 37:20 – Breaking out of the negative vortex and building a positive cycle 42:10 – Final recap and today’s focus challenge   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • PTSD focus and attention • negative thinking after trauma • trauma coping tools • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • mindset for PTSD recovery • rumination and PTSD • cognitive reframing • dialectical thinking • growth mindset after trauma • daily recovery habits • overcoming avoidance • motivation and PTSD • self-compassion in healing • trauma-informed coaching • practical PTSD tools • small wins for trauma recovery • how to fully recover from PTSD