Overcoming PTSD with Brad Schipke

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen break down one foundational belief that quietly drives your entire healing journey: your belief in your ability to figure things out. Instead of needing to know every step, have every answer, or feel perfectly prepared, they show you how real recovery happens in the unknown—one problem solved, one step taken, one small “I can” at a time. You’ll hear how trauma can erode self-trust, create isolation, and build a quiet story of “I’m a failure” in your mind—and how Brad and Kayleen reversed that story in their own lives and relationship. They share personal examples from business, family, travel, and everyday life that reveal just how often you’ve already landed on your feet, even when it was messy, imperfect, or scary. This episode also connects mindset with the deeper healing work. Brad explains how tools like introspective healing and protectors are designed to help you find your own answers, not depend on outside authority for every step. You’ll learn how to build emotional “references” from your past successes so your brain has proof that you are capable, smart, and resourceful. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical homework: how to list out the times you’ve already figured things out, how to shift your self-talk from “I can’t” to “I can,” and how to use humor, honesty, and belief to meet the next challenge in front of you—confident that you’ll be able to handle it.   💡 What You’ll Learn How trauma slowly destroys your belief in yourself and your abilities Why PTSD recovery is a discovery process and not something you’re supposed to know how to do in advance How to build the core belief “I can figure this out” even when you feel totally lost A simple exercise to list past moments where you already figured things out How to use self-talk in real time to shift from “I can’t” to “I can” Why honest reflection is essential for uncovering hidden anger, hurt, and limiting beliefs How to stack positive “references” that make empowering beliefs feel real in your body How to use humor and reframing to reduce stress in intense or chaotic situations Why your belief in yourself impacts not just your PTSD recovery but your relationships, work, and everyday life   🧠 Key Takeaway You don’t need to have everything figured out to heal from PTSD—you just need to believe that, whatever comes, you will be able to figure it out.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 00:57 The Power of Mindset in Recovery 01:34 Building the Belief in Yourself 03:19 Personal Stories and Examples 08:54 The Importance of Self-Talk and Positive Reinforcement 19:41 The Role of References in Belief Formation 24:28 Upcoming Topics and Q&A 26:02 Self-Advocacy and Trust 26:22 Personal Triumphs and Reflections 26:47 Reinterpreting the Past 31:05 Healing Vacations and Self-Processing 38:46 Humor in Recovery 45:54 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • belief in yourself • mindset for PTSD • trauma mindset shift • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • self-efficacy after trauma • building self-trust • introspective healing • trauma processing tools • PTSD and self-worth • recovering from childhood trauma • overcoming fear of the unknown • positive self-talk for PTSD • reframing negative beliefs • humor in healing • self-advocacy with doctors • belief cycle and trauma recovery

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   How To Use Humor To Survive PTSD’s Darkest Days Finding Laughter Again After Trauma: How Fun Speeds Up PTSD Recovery Why It’s Okay To Laugh While Healing From PTSD From Triggers To Giggles: Using Humor As A PTSD Coping Tool How To Stop Taking Trauma So Seriously (Without Minimizing Your Pain) Dark Humor, Deep Healing: Rewriting Your Trauma Story With Laughter PTSD, Pattern Interrupts, And The Secret Power Of Silly Moments How To Have Fun Again When PTSD Has Stolen Your Joy Trauma Recovery Can Be Fun: Relearning How To Smile, Laugh, And Play Why Letting Yourself Laugh Is A Critical Step In Trauma Healing Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen open up a side of trauma recovery most people never talk about: having fun while you heal. They explore how laughter, silliness, and even dark humor can live alongside very real pain, and why giving yourself permission to smile again is a powerful act of recovery. You’ll hear real stories from their own journey—fights, triggers, and “too soon” jokes—that show how humor can break tension, interrupt old patterns, and help you step out of heavy emotional states faster. Instead of pretending trauma is “not a big deal,” they show you how to respect the seriousness of PTSD while still bringing light into dark seasons. Most importantly, this episode invites you to actively look for moments of joy: funny videos, kids laughing, inside jokes, and even laughing at your own quirks and past reactions. You’ll walk away with practical ways to build humor into your day, without guilt or self-judgment, so recovery feels more human, more hopeful, and a lot more fun.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why humor and play are not disrespectful to your trauma but essential for your nervous system How laughter can act as a pattern interrupt when you feel triggered or overwhelmed Simple ways to “allow” yourself to laugh again even if you haven’t in years How to use dark humor safely without dismissing your pain or anyone else’s Ways to bring more fun and silliness into your relationships during PTSD recovery How laughing at your own quirks and past reactions can actually build confidence Ideas for creating your own funny moments instead of waiting for them to appear Why watching others laugh can be healing when it feels hard to access joy yourself How to use humor as a tool alongside processing, routines, and other recovery strategies 🧠 Key Takeaway You can fully honor the seriousness of PTSD and still choose to laugh—humor doesn’t erase your pain, it gives you more strength and flexibility to move through 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://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:47 The Importance of Humor in Recovery 01:17 Using Humor to Cope with Dark Times 02:44 Personal Stories and Examples of Humor 05:56 Encouraging Self-Laughter and Levity 08:48 Practical Tips for Finding Humor 15:45 Sharing What Makes You Laugh 17:04 Understanding the Concept of Roasting 17:37 Family Dynamics and Healing Through Laughter 18:26 Embracing Self-Deprecation for Confidence 20:52 The Power of Humor in Dark Times 21:45 Creating and Enjoying Funny Moments 24:09 Finding Humor in Everyday Life 29:14 The Healing Power of Humor in Adversity 31:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • how to have fun with PTSD • dark humor and trauma • laughter and nervous system regulation • emotional regulation tools • trauma coping tools • PTSD triggers and pattern interrupts • mindset shifts for trauma survivors • rebuilding joy after trauma • trauma and relationships • finding humor in hard times • overcoming PTSD podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching • Brad Schipke trauma coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ How To Set Boundaries With Yourself In PTSD Recovery Why Self-Respect Is The Missing Link In Trauma Healing Stop Breaking Promises To Yourself: PTSD Recovery And Self-Boundaries Addiction, Triggers, And Self-Control: Building Inner Boundaries With Trauma How To Stay Sober And Steady When PTSD Tries To Pull You Back From People-Pleasing To Self-Respect: Rewiring Trauma Boundaries How “Selfishness” Can Actually Heal Your PTSD And Relationships The Truth About Boundaries: Why Trauma Survivors Must Start With Themselves When No One Is Watching: Keeping Your PTSD Recovery Promises To Yourself One Day At A Time: Using Self-Talk And Boundaries To Break Trauma Habits Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen dive deep into one of the most overlooked foundations of PTSD and trauma recovery: setting boundaries with yourself. Instead of starting with other people’s behavior, they walk through why your healing has to begin with how you treat, speak to, and show up for yourself every single day. You’ll hear how self-boundaries apply to addictions, relationships, routines, and even the way you think. Kayleen shares powerful personal examples—from family dynamics to sobriety and TV use—that show how everything changes when you decide, “This is the line I do not cross with myself,” even when no one else is watching. They also explore why self-respect can’t depend on external approval, how to stay solid in your values during your most triggered moments, and why “being selfish” in a healthy way is actually one of the most loving things you can do for the people around you. This conversation is both challenging and deeply encouraging if you’re ready to step into a stronger, calmer version of yourself in recovery.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why boundaries must begin with you before they can work in any relationship How a lack of self-respect quietly sabotages your PTSD and trauma boundaries The difference between using boundaries to feel better vs using them to stay healthy How to build internal and external “rules and guidelines” that support your healing Practical examples of self-boundaries around addictions, TV, spending, and conflict How to handle triggering environments without relying only on external controls A simple mirror self-talk practice to get through urges and rock-bottom moments Why “being selfish” in a healthy way actually makes you more loving and present How one strong boundary win can permanently change your confidence in recovery   🧠 Key Takeaway When you learn to respect and protect yourself with firm inner boundaries, you stop waiting for others to change and finally become the steady, safe person you’ve always needed.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:52 Setting Boundaries with Yourself 03:06 The Importance of Self-Respect 05:47 Practical Examples of Self-Boundaries 12:19 Internal and External Rules and Guidelines 17:02 Self-Boundaries in Addiction and Behavior 23:53 Respecting Yourself in Difficult Times 24:27 The Power of Self-Talk 25:07 Upholding Self-Boundaries 26:17 Commitment and Focus 29:25 The Role of Self-Talk in Recovery 37:51 The Importance of Selfishness 45:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • setting boundaries with yourself • self-respect and PTSD • trauma coping tools • addiction and trauma recovery • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation skills • stopping self-sabotage • sober living with PTSD • mindset for trauma recovery • healing childhood trauma patterns • people-pleasing and boundaries • self-talk for PTSD healing • trauma-informed relationships • recovery routines and habits • overcoming urges and triggers • empowering trauma survivors

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Living with PTSD in a Negative World: How to Protect Your Mind from Constant Bad News Escaping the Negativity Trap: PTSD, News Overload, and Taking Your Power Back Stop Feeding the Trauma: Breaking Up with Toxic Media While Healing PTSD PTSD Recovery in a Negative World: Reclaim Your Focus, Energy, and Hope From Numbing to Healing: How Trauma Survivors Can Turn Off the Noise and Tune Inward Rewiring a Trauma Brain: Ending Negative Self-Talk in a World Obsessed with Fear Guarding Your Nervous System: Simple Boundaries for PTSD in a Chaotic Culture Gratitude vs. Doomscrolling: Everyday Habits That Support PTSD Recovery How to Stay Informed Without Staying Triggered: Trauma-Safe Media Boundaries You First, Then the World: Why Prioritizing PTSD Healing Isn’t Selfish Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad breaks down what it really means to live with PTSD in a world that seems obsessed with negativity—news, politics, social media, and even the conversations around you. He explains why a trauma brain automatically locks onto what’s wrong and how that survival mechanism, while normal, can quietly keep you stuck, overwhelmed, and burned out. You’ll learn the difference between external inputs (news, social media, people, environments) and internal inputs (thoughts, beliefs, self-talk) and why both matter for your healing. Brad walks you through how to start eliminating unnecessary negativity from your life without feeling irresponsible, selfish, or checked out from what’s happening in the world. From there, he shows you how to reclaim your focus and energy by intentionally adding positive inputs—gratitude, meaningful routines, healing work, and small daily moments of good. Instead of running and numbing with TV, scrolling, or over-involving yourself in chaos, you’ll see how to use that time and energy to become whole. This episode is a practical invitation to shift from “I have to stay involved in everything” to “I’m allowed to put my healing first.” When you’re whole, you can engage with the world, causes, and people you care about from a grounded, powerful place—without retraumatizing yourself in the process.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why your brain automatically scans for negativity when you have PTSD The two biggest sources of negativity for trauma survivors and how to reduce them How news, media, and social media quietly keep your nervous system stuck in threat mode The difference between external inputs and internal inputs on your PTSD recovery How to handle common objections like “I have to stay informed” without abandoning your healing Simple ways to protect your energy by setting boundaries around conversations, people, and topics How running and numbing (TV, scrolling, alcohol, etc.) keeps you on a treadmill instead of moving forward Practical tools to redirect negative self-talk and build new positive neural pathways How to use radical gratitude and focusing on “little moments” to rebalance a negativity-biased brain   🧠 Key Takeaway You are not irresponsible or selfish for limiting negativity—protecting your mind and healing your PTSD is the most powerful way to eventually serve others at a higher level.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Session: Processing Bootcamp Recap 01:52 Living with PTSD in a Negative World 03:25 Identifying Sources of Negativity 06:44 Eliminating Negative External Inputs 17:01 Addressing Internal Negativity 20:24 Adding Positivity to Your Life 23:18 The Power of Positive Choices 23:47 Success in Actions and Inactions 24:39 Adding Positivity and Gratitude 25:16 Finding Joy in Everyday Moments 29:57 Living with PTSD in a Negative World 31:10 The Importance of Self Boundaries 32:27 Radical Gratitude and Positivity 36:45 Handling Judgment and Protectors 42:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • living with PTSD in a negative world • trauma healing • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • negative self-talk and PTSD • media boundaries for trauma survivors • social media and trauma triggers • news overload and anxiety • trauma coping tools • PTSD recovery toolbox • gratitude practice for PTSD • positive mindset for trauma survivors • running and numbing behaviors • self boundaries and PTSD healing • recovery routines and habits • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Changing Protector Roles: A Powerful PTSD Processing Tool Most Survivors Miss How To Heal Inner Protectors And Transform Trauma Reactions For Good From Triggers To Freedom: Advanced Protector Work For PTSD Recovery Releasing Burdens: A Deep Inner Process To Heal Trauma At The Root When Parts Protect And Attack: Healing Inner Conflict In PTSD How To Talk To Your Parts: Simple Protector Conversations For Trauma Healing Stopping Self-Sabotage: Turning Harsh Inner Critics Into PTSD Allies Using Triggers As Teachers: A Practical Trauma Processing Framework From Overwhelm To Inner Peace: Emotional Release Techniques For PTSD Building A Daily Healing Routine With Protector Work For Trauma Recovery Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this session of the Processing Bootcamp, Brad dives into a more advanced level of protector work so you can go deeper with your PTSD and trauma healing. Instead of staying stuck in confusing reactions and triggers, you’ll learn how to see protectors as parts of you with positive intentions that just need new roles, support, and direction. Brad walks you through how to identify what a protector is thinking, feeling, believing, and doing — and then safely guide it through emotional release. You’ll hear how to work on two “planes”: visualizing a protector expressing its feelings, and then allowing those emotions to move through your body while you stay grounded and in control. From there, you’ll discover the concept of “burdens” — the heavy emotional loads your protectors carry — and how to creatively release and destroy them in a way that brings real relief. Brad also shows you how to assign protectors new, healthier roles and rehearse them in future scenarios so your reactions actually change in real life. Throughout the episode, you’re reminded that this is black-diamond-level work built on simple foundations: honesty, self-love, patience, and consistent practice. Whether you’re just starting with basic protector conversations or ready for deeper processing, this session gives you a clear, practical roadmap to keep building your skills and momentum.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to recognize when a protector is active during PTSD or trauma triggers Why honesty with yourself and your protectors is essential for real healing How to identify a protector’s thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and actions Two levels of emotional release: visualizing your protector and feeling emotions in your body How to stay detached and in control while allowing big feelings to move through What “burdens” are and how to creatively destroy them so they can’t come back How to change a protector’s role after releasing its emotional charge Why practicing new roles in imagined future situations rewires your responses How to build protector work into a simple, repeatable daily healing routine   🧠 Key Takeaway Every trigger is a protector raising a hand and saying, “Please help me” — when you listen, validate, and give it a new role, your PTSD reactions can finally change.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Final Session 01:05 Deep Dive into Protector Techniques 02:55 The Importance of Honesty and Self-Love 04:39 Encouragement and Accountability 06:37 Understanding Protector Roles 09:44 Releasing Emotions and Changing Beliefs 22:05 Visualizing and Destroying Burdens 28:16 Assigning New Roles to Protectors 33:20 Practicing New Protector Roles 37:07 Understanding the Basics of Protector Conversations 37:39 Developing Skills and Moving Forward 38:48 Navigating Different Levels of Protector Work 41:08 Using Triggers as Opportunities for Healing 42:56 Mapping and Understanding Protector Interactions 47:41 Creative Approaches to Protector Work 55:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • protector parts work • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • releasing stored trauma • trauma coping tools • processing triggers • inner critic healing • parts work for PTSD • mapping protectors • emotional release techniques • changing trauma patterns • self-compassion in healing • daily healing routine for trauma

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Mapping Your Protectors: A Practical PTSD Tool for Inner Harmony How to Talk to Your Protectors and Stop PTSD From Running Your Life From Jumbled Emotions to Clarity: Mapping Trauma Protectors Step by Step Why Guilt, Shame, Fear, and Anger Are Protectors in PTSD (and How to Heal Them) PTSD Recovery: How to Map Your Emotional Protectors Without Getting Overwhelmed Overcoming Trauma by Healing Your “Gatekeeper” Protector First From Chaos to Connection: Turning Competing PTSD Parts Into an Inner Team How to Stop Being Afraid of Your Trauma Healing and Start Feeling Safe Inside Trauma Recovery Tools: Calling a “Protector Meeting” to Heal Triggers Faster Building Inner Harmony After Trauma: A Simple Map for Complex PTSD Emotions Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad takes you deeper into protector work by showing you how to move from working with a single protector to mapping the whole “inner team” behind your PTSD triggers. Instead of feeling like a jumbled mess of emotions, you’ll learn how to see fear, anger, guilt, shame, worthlessness, and confusion as separate protectors with their own jobs, needs, and relationships. Brad walks you through a simple, paper-and-pen process for mapping protectors around one big problem in your life, understanding how they interact, and spotting “dependencies” where one protector can’t fully heal until another one does. He also explains how to gently work with the “gatekeeper” protector that often blocks you from accessing deeper emotions because it’s afraid of what might come up. You’ll hear practical examples of how to build trust with scared protectors, how to host a “meeting” of your parts, and how healed protectors can actually join your team and help you heal new ones. Throughout, Brad grounds the work in love, patience, honesty, and curiosity—so you can move forward without forcing yourself, without getting lost in complexity, and without being afraid you’re opening a can of worms you can’t handle.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to map all of your protectors around one major PTSD or trauma trigger How to turn a jumbled mess of emotions into clear, separate protector parts How guilt, shame, fear, anger, confusion, and worthlessness can each be their own protector How to identify and work with the “gatekeeper” protector that blocks access to deeper feelings How to recognize and heal the relationships and dependencies between different protectors How to call a “meeting” of your protectors and talk to them together when needed Why love, patience, honesty, and curiosity are the foundation of safe trauma healing How to face the fear of “opening a can of worms” in PTSD recovery without getting overwhelmed How healed protectors can join your inner team and support future healing work   🧠 Key Takeaway When you patiently map, listen to, and love every protector part of you—even the ones that scare you—PTSD stops feeling like chaos and starts becoming a system you can gently heal.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 01:07 Understanding Protectors and Their Roles 03:14 Advanced Techniques for Healing Protectors 04:56 Mapping Out and Visualizing Protectors 08:50 Building Relationships Between Protectors 13:51 Practical Steps for Healing and Integration 16:22 Navigating Complex Protector Dynamics 21:53 Foundational Principles and Final Thoughts 23:26 Implementing and Mapping Protectors 23:38 Preparing for the Next Level 23:56 Expanding Your Mind and Options 24:18 Building Relationships with Protectors 26:12 Introducing the Gatekeeper Protector 27:55 Patience and Love in Healing 28:09 A Story of Patience and Trust 32:09 The Importance of Honesty 33:53 Q&A: Names and Questions for Protectors 34:48 Overcoming Fear in Healing 40:08 Final Words and Encouragement 42:59 Conclusion and Coaching Information   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • mapping protectors • trauma protectors • parts work for PTSD • internal family systems style tools • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • healing guilt shame fear anger • gatekeeper protector • inner harmony after trauma • self-love and trauma recovery • overcoming emotional triggers • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching • Overcoming PTSD Podcast

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Healing Your Inner Protectors: A Gentle PTSD Recovery Process How to Talk to Your Protectors and Calm PTSD Triggers Stop the Inner War: Trauma Protectors, Parts Work, and Peace From Panic to Peace: A Step-by-Step PTSD Protector Healing Script Rewiring Trauma Responses: Separating From Protectors Without Getting Overwhelmed Turn Your Anxiety Into an Ally: Healing Protective Parts After PTSD A Simple Daily Practice to Heal Trauma Protectors and Regulate Your Nervous System Why Healing Isn’t as Scary as It Feels: A Non-Invasive PTSD Tool Create Inner Safety: How to Build Trust With Your Trauma Protectors Do-It-Yourself Parts Work: Daily Protector Sessions for PTSD Recovery Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad walks you through a simple, non-invasive way to start healing your “protectors” — those parts of you that jump in to prevent more pain but often create chaos, anxiety, or shame. Building on the earlier theory of protectors, he and Kaylene turn it into a clear, step-by-step process you can actually use on your own. You’ll learn how protectors form after trauma, why they get “activated” during triggers, and how to see them not as enemies but as well-intentioned parts that have been trying to keep you safe. Instead of being taken over by extreme reactions, you’ll discover how to gently separate from these parts, talk with them, and understand what they need. Brad also shares how to use a simple four-question script to have real conversations with your protectors, reach emotional resolution, and close each session with safety and love. By repeating this process, you can reduce chronic tension, calm triggers, and move closer to living as your true self — peaceful, present, and in control. This is a highly practical episode designed to help you start doing your own “therapy sessions” at home. With patience, self-love, and honesty, you’ll see that healing doesn’t have to be perfect or overwhelming — it just has to be consistent.   💡 What You’ll Learn How trauma protectors are formed and why they “take the wheel” during PTSD triggers A four-step process to safely connect with, separate from, and talk to your protectors How to use body scans and tension as a guide to identify active protectors The exact four questions to ask your protectors to understand and heal them How to close a protector session so parts feel seen, loved, and safe to rest Why patience, self-love, and honesty are the foundations of this trauma tool How to tell the difference between your true self and an activated protector Ways to turn painful triggers into opportunities for deep trauma healing How daily protector sessions can complement or even outperform weekly therapy alone 🧠 Key Takeaway Every protector, no matter how painful its impact, is trying to help you — when you meet it with love, patience, and honesty, it can finally relax and let your true self lead.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:45 Understanding Protectors and Their Role 01:36 Foundations of Protector Work 03:40 Healing Protectors: Step-by-Step Process 14:32 Practical Example of Protector Healing 17:37 Four Basic Steps to Healing Protectors 27:37 Detailed Guide to Protector Conversations 41:13 Final Tips and Encouragement 44:59 Overcoming Perfectionism in Healing 45:15 Understanding and Engaging with Your Emotions 45:51 The Power of Simple Conversations 46:35 Advanced Healing Techniques 47:00 Real-Life Examples and Encouragement 48:15 The Importance of Consistency and Patience 53:20 Visualization and Meditation in Healing 01:00:15 Building a Relationship with Your Protectors 01:02:50 The Healing Journey: Challenges and Successes 01:18:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • protector parts work • internal family systems style tools • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • PTSD triggers • trauma coping tools • inner child healing • self-love and compassion after trauma • processing emotions safely • overcoming anxiety and hypervigilance • DIY trauma processing • non-invasive trauma healing tools

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Intro to Protectors: The Missing Step in PTSD Healing Why You Keep Getting Triggered: Understanding Your PTSD Protectors From Triggers to True Self: A New Way to Heal PTSD How “Protectors” Keep Trauma Survivors Stuck (And How to Heal Them) PTSD Processing Bootcamp: Meet the Parts of You That Are Trying to Help When Your Inner Protector Takes the Wheel: Trauma, Triggers, and Healing Turning Trauma Walls into Inner Strength: The Protectors Framework Is It Really You… or a Protector? How PTSD Hijacks Your Reactions From Self-Sabotage to Self-Love: Rewiring Your Trauma Protectors How to Stop Overreacting After Trauma: The Truth About Protectors and Parts Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this Processing Bootcamp episode, Brad introduces “protectors” — a simple but powerful way to understand why you get triggered, shut down, or overreact after trauma. Instead of seeing these reactions as random or broken, Brad shows how they’re actually protective parts of you doing their best to keep you safe. You’ll learn how to recognize your “true self” — the calm, loving, grounded version of you — and how trauma slowly builds walls around it in the form of protectors. Using visuals like castles, walls, cars, and even purple paint, Brad breaks down a complex inner world into something you can actually work with. This episode lays the foundation for the rest of Processing Bootcamp week, where Brad will walk you step-by-step through how to identify, understand, and eventually heal these protectors with honesty, patience, and self-love. Today is all about awareness, language, and perspective so you can finally see what’s really happening when PTSD takes over. By the end, you’ll walk away with a hopeful and practical frame: there is nothing “wrong” with you — there are just parts of you that were hurt, got stuck in time, and are trying (sometimes in messy ways) to protect you. And they can be healed.   💡 What You’ll Learn How protectors form after trauma to keep your true self safe Why PTSD triggers feel like “someone else” took over your body and mind The difference between your true self and protector parts How to spot protectors in your body through tension, stress, and emotional spikes Why overreactions, shutting down, or lashing out are signs of protectors at the wheel Simple ways to start naming and mapping your own protectors How to respond with love instead of anger toward your protectors How to recognize protectors in other people and deescalate with compassion Why healing protectors actually makes your true self bigger, stronger, and more whole 🧠 Key Takeaway Anytime you’re not acting from calm, love, and peace, it’s not that you’re broken — it’s a protector trying to keep you safe the only way it knows how.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to Processing Bootcamp Week 00:47 Understanding the Protector Tool 01:42 Conceptualizing Pain and Emotions 05:54 The True Self and Protectors 07:46 Building and Deconstructing Walls 14:36 Visualizing Protectors 18:56 Healing Protectors with Love 20:59 Deconstructing Walls and Absorbing Protectors 21:38 Identifying Protectors in Yourself and Others 22:19 Body and Emotions: The Link to Protectors 22:38 Techniques to Identify and Separate Protectors 24:23 Naming and Understanding Your Protectors 24:47 Challenges and Introspection with Protectors 27:13 Healing Protectors and Reassigning Roles 28:42 Non-Invasive Conversations with Protectors 35:41 Pattern Interrupts and De-escalation Techniques   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • protectors and parts work • inner child work • emotional triggers after trauma • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation tools • trauma coping tools • processing traumatic memories • self-love and trauma recovery • honesty and patience in healing • dissociation and PTSD • understanding overreactions • how to stop PTSD outbursts • healing through self-compassion • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching • Overcoming PTSD Podcast

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Processing Foundations: The Mindset Shift That Unlocks PTSD Recovery How to Process Trauma Safely: Non-Invasive Tools for Deep Healing The Three Pillars of PTSD Recovery: Mindset, Routines, and Processing Your Past From Stuck to Healing: Building a Processing Routine for PTSD and Trauma Why Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love Are Non-Negotiable in Trauma Recovery Processing Bootcamp: How to Finally Get to the Root of Your PTSD How to Stop Waiting for a Therapist and Start Processing Trauma Yourself The 100-Hour Rule for PTSD Recovery: How to Track Real Healing Progress Protectors 101: A Gentle Way to Process Deep Trauma Without Overwhelm How to Become Your Own Healer and Safely Process PTSD Triggers   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad opens Processing Bootcamp Week and lays the foundation for one of the most powerful trauma-healing tools he teaches: protectors. Instead of jumping straight into intense memories, he walks you through the mindset and habits you need in place before doing any deep processing work. You’ll learn why the three pillars of recovery—mastering your mindset, building unbreakable routines, and processing your past—are stacked on top of each other, not side by side. Brad explains why trying to process trauma without the right foundation is like trying to build a house on sand. He also introduces the idea of a “100-hour” processing goal, giving you a concrete, motivating way to track your progress while staying patient with yourself. Throughout the episode, Brad emphasizes honesty, consistency, and self-love as the core ingredients that make any processing tool actually work. By the end, you’ll understand what it really means to become an independent healer, why discomfort is not a sign of failure, and how to approach processing your past in a safe, non-invasive, and sustainable way.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why processing your past is one of the three essential pillars of PTSD recovery What the “protectors” tool is and why it’s a safe, non-invasive way to process trauma How to build the right mindset before doing any deep trauma processing Why honesty, patience, and self-love are non-negotiable for PTSD and trauma healing How to think about the “100 hours of processing” goal and track your progress The importance of consistency and routines in making trauma work actually effective How to relate to discomfort and emotional pain as signs you’re working on the right things Why you don’t need a therapist in the room to start processing and can become an independent healer How connecting with your “true self” helps you work with fear, anger, and other intense emotions safely 🧠 Key Takeaway Your healing accelerates the moment you decide to be honest with yourself, patient with yourself, and loving toward yourself every single time you sit down to process.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the First Processing Bootcamp Week 00:57 Understanding the Three Pillars of Recovery 01:25 Introduction to Protector Work 02:34 Foundations for Effective Processing 04:20 The Importance of Mindset in Recovery 08:10 Developing the Skill of Protector Work 17:28 Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love in Healing 23:30 Setting Goals and Tracking Progress 25:31 Understanding the Waves of Progress 26:07 Tracking Your Goals Effectively 27:53 The Importance of Focused Time 31:06 Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love 32:03 Foundations of Protectors 38:20 Embracing and Processing Emotions 43:20 The Power of Self-Love and Acceptance 45:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • processing trauma • protectors tool • PTSD mindset work • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • complex trauma recovery • building healing routines • self-love in PTSD recovery • overcoming PTSD triggers • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad guides you through simple yet powerful tools to build awareness of your body — a foundational skill for healing trauma and regulating your emotions. You’ll learn how your body signals stress and how to use specific practices to calm your nervous system, release tension, and prepare for deeper processing work. Brad breaks down three essential relief tools: breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and body scans. These simple methods can reveal where your body is still holding trauma and help you access deeper layers of healing. He also explains why it’s normal to resist relaxation at first — and how to use that awareness to move toward peace instead of away from it. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body or struggled to calm down after triggers, this episode will show you how to reconnect and find relief, even in just a few minutes a day.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to use breathing to deactivate your stress response system The difference between shallow and diaphragmatic (belly) breathing Why tension in your body reveals where trauma still lives A quick two-minute muscle relaxation method for fast relief How to scan your body to build emotional and physical awareness Why deep breathing can sometimes feel uncomfortable — and what that means The connection between relaxation, emotional release, and processing How to develop calm, focused energy throughout your day Practical weekend exercises to prepare for deeper trauma work 🧠 Key Takeaway What’s easy to do is easy not to do — but these simple body awareness tools can change everything when you actually use them.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and overview 01:30 Why body awareness matters for trauma recovery 03:00 The three body awareness tools: breathing, PMR, and body scan 08:00 How breathing impacts your stress response 12:00 Releasing trauma through breath and body relaxation 18:00 How to do a body scan effectively 22:00 Progressive muscle relaxation explained 26:00 The two-minute version for busy days 30:00 Why resistance to deep breathing happens 34:00 Q&A on tension, stress, and emotional release 40:00 Applying awareness tools to daily life 44:00 Preparing for next week’s processing bootcamp   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • body awareness • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma processing • breathing exercises • progressive muscle relaxation • body scan meditation • trauma coping tools • stress response system • mindfulness for PTSD • somatic healing

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad breaks down what it really takes to stay sober while you’re still in the thick of PTSD, pain, and triggers. Instead of waiting to be “fully healed” before getting sober, he shows you how the sobriety journey and the healing journey run side by side—and why you can’t afford to postpone one for the other. Brad explains the crucial difference between the habit of using and the underlying trauma and pain that drive it. Whether your “thing” is alcohol, drugs, food, TV, pornography, spending, video games, or codependent relationships, he helps you validate it as a real addiction or compulsion so you can finally take it seriously and start changing it. You’ll walk through the addiction cycle of pain–use–pain, why your brain can literally create anxiety and problems just to push you back to the addiction, and how self-talk becomes the deciding factor between relapse and sobriety. Brad also lays out the phases of recovery—from “recovery rehearsal” to the first 90 days to building a life of long-term sobriety. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to plan for pain, build healthy replacement behaviors, and use commitment, dedication, and moment-by-moment choices to stay sober even on days when it feels like you’re fighting for your next breath.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why addictions and compulsions so often show up alongside PTSD and trauma The difference between the habit of using and the underlying pain or trauma How to use self-talk to interrupt the pain use pain addiction cycle How to validate your “thing” as a real addiction or compulsion so you can change it How to map the real-life consequences of your addiction and use them as motivation A practical way to think about the first 90 days of sobriety with PTSD How to plan healthy replacement behaviors for your triggers and urges Why commitment and single-minded dedication are crucial for getting and staying sober How to use everyday recovery tools to ride out urges without relapsing 🧠 Key Takeaway You don’t have to wait until you’re fully healed from trauma to get sober—your brain can learn to stay sober even while you’re still in pain.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Recap of the Week's Topics 00:49 Understanding Sobriety and PTSD 01:31 Addiction vs. Compulsion 05:30 The Two Journeys of Sobriety 13:39 Breaking the Cycle of Addiction 15:50 The Power of Self-Talk 22:49 Commitment and Dedication to Sobriety 29:30 Breaking the Addiction Cycle 29:55 Exploring Healthy Alternatives 32:07 Understanding Recovery Phases 34:03 Navigating the 90-Day Challenge 37:59 The Power of Self-Talk 41:52 Empowerment and Commitment 53:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • PTSD sobriety • trauma healing • trauma and addiction • compulsions and PTSD • breaking the addiction cycle • self-talk for PTSD • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • recovery toolbox tools • 90 days sober • neuroplasticity and trauma • codependency and trauma • addiction recovery coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen walk you through how to grieve in a wholesome, non-destructive way after trauma, PTSD, or any major loss. Whether you’re grieving a loved one, a pet, your childhood, your sense of self, or “lost years,” you’ll learn a simple process that helps you come out feeling lighter instead of more broken. They break grief down into practical steps: honestly releasing built-up emotions and then intentionally shifting into gratitude and a more supportive perspective. You’ll hear real-life examples of how this process has helped them move through the loss of people, health, time, and dreams with grace instead of collapse. You’ll also learn why unprocessed grief compounds over time, creating more triggers, fights, and problems—and how to stop “accumulating losses” and start offloading pain. By the end, you’ll see grief not as something to fear or avoid, but as a powerful healing skill you can practice and even feel confident using for the rest of your life.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to grieve in a way that is wholesome, safe, and non destructive Why trauma and PTSD can feel like losing years of your life and how to process that loss The two core steps of healthy grief release emotions and shift into gratitude How to recognize when you’re truly processing versus when you’re just digging deeper pain The role of acceptance in grief and why you can’t win a fight with reality How to spot unhelpful thoughts like never again and I wish it were different before they spiral Why no loss is too small to matter and how to validate your emotions without judgment How pain can become a compass that shows you exactly what still needs to be healed Ways to start building the “grief muscle” now so future losses don’t completely knock you down 🧠 Key Takeaway Grief becomes healing when you let yourself honestly feel the pain, then choose to focus on what you’re genuinely grateful for instead of what you can’t change.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:03 Understanding Wholesome Grieving 03:23 Personal Stories of Grieving 07:02 The Process of Releasing Emotions and Shifting to Gratitude 11:31 The Importance of Acceptance and Honesty in Grieving 29:28 Addressing Emotional Beliefs 29:51 The Importance of Emotional Control 30:30 Grieving with Grace 31:07 Upcoming Topics: Sobriety and Addictions 32:39 Building Emotional Control 33:25 The Healing Process 41:01 Processing Trauma 49:34 Combining Physical and Emotional Healing 54:35 Conclusion and Upcoming Events   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • how to grieve after trauma • grieving lost time with PTSD • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • healthy grief process • releasing emotions safely • gratitude practice after loss • trauma coping tools • processing grief and regret • acceptance and letting go • inner healing work • recovery secrets daily coaching • non destructive coping skills

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode, Brad and Kayleen walk you through one of the most important pieces of long-term PTSD recovery: your healing routine. Instead of relying on short bursts of effort or waiting for the next therapy session, you’ll learn how to create a consistent, realistic processing schedule that actually moves you toward full healing. They break down the three pillars of recovery—mindset, routines, and processing—and show how your daily schedule should be built around them. You’ll hear real examples of clients who committed to regular processing time and resolved some of their worst lifelong traumas in just a few months. You’ll also discover why “not having time” is usually a signal to redesign your days, not give up on healing. Brad and Kayleen share simple ways to anchor your healing routine to habits you already have, make it more enjoyable, and stop the exhausting cycle of yo-yo progress where you feel better for a bit and then crash again. Whether you already know processing tools or you’re just getting started, this episode gives you practical ways to start chipping away at your “healing hours” goal so you can reclaim your sleep, your relationships, and your life from PTSD.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to design a realistic healing routine that fits your life The three pillars of recovery and how they guide your daily schedule Why consistency in processing beats occasional “big pushes” every time How to estimate the “100 hours” of trauma processing and chip away at it Simple ways to pair your healing routine with habits you already do What to do in your routine if you don’t know formal processing tools yet How to use rewards and environment to make processing feel safer and more enjoyable Why “I don’t have time” is really a mindset and prioritization problem How to stop beating yourself up and build consistency one small win at a time 🧠 Key Takeaway Consistency in healing is the only magic pill—and every minute you show up to process is a payment toward your freedom from PTSD.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:37 Welcome to the Live Session 00:45 Upcoming Processing Bootcamp 01:17 The Importance of a Healing Routine 02:55 Three Pillars of Recovery 06:06 Consistency in Healing 08:09 Real-Life Success Stories 21:59 Overcoming Resistance to Processing 29:50 Creating a Relaxing Processing Routine 30:32 Incorporating Rewards into Your Routine 33:19 The Importance of Consistency and Anchors 38:17 Addressing Sleep Issues Through Processing 44:17 Making Time for Processing and Healing 55:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing routine • healing routine for PTSD • trauma processing tools • mindset routines processing • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD and sleep problems • consistency in trauma recovery • overcoming avoidance in PTSD • daily PTSD healing habits • grief and PTSD • sobriety and PTSD • self-coaching for PTSD • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen unpack why compassion is not “soft” work, but a core pillar of PTSD recovery. They show how shifting from judgment to understanding—first toward yourself, then toward others—creates the internal safety your brain needs to heal from trauma. You’ll hear real stories about family dynamics, difficult parents, and moments of feeling like a “bad mom” or “bad partner,” and how compassion helped reframe those beliefs. Instead of seeing yourself as broken or beyond repair, you’ll learn to see your reactions as a natural response to pain and trauma, not evidence that something is wrong with you. Brad and Kayleen also explore the difference between compassion and condoning harmful behavior. They talk about boundaries, ongoing abuse, forgiveness, and why the work always starts with you—not the other person changing. By the end, you’ll have a practical, grounded way to bring warmth, understanding, and self-respect into your healing journey.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why compassion is a turning point in PTSD recovery and not a weakness How seeing yourself from a different perspective reduces shame and self-hate The difference between understanding someone’s behavior and excusing abuse How compassion supports forgiveness without abandoning your own needs Why PTSD is a normal, protective response to trauma—not proof that you’re broken How to talk to yourself the way you’d talk to a loved one or even your dog Why healing must start with self-compassion before extending it to others How compassion makes it easier to set and hold healthy boundaries Simple ways to let emotions move through the body because “feeling is healing” 🧠 Key Takeaway You are not broken—PTSD is a natural response to trauma, and when you meet yourself with compassion instead of judgment, real healing finally becomes possible.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Week with Excitement 00:59 The Importance of Compassion 02:43 Personal Anecdotes on Compassion 04:05 Understanding Others' Perspectives 07:13 The Wave: A Lesson in Human Behavior 16:42 Self-Compassion and Healing 23:00 Normalizing PTSD Responses 32:13 Embracing Emotions for Healing 32:33 Q&A Session Begins 32:46 Upcoming Topics and Schedule 33:56 The Power of Self-Talk and Apologies 36:19 Forgiving Yourself and Healing Relationships 44:33 Setting Boundaries and Self-Compassion 59:44 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • self compassion for trauma survivors • PTSD and self forgiveness • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD triggers and reactions • healing family trauma • boundaries and PTSD • gaslighting and emotional abuse recovery • sobriety and PTSD • grief processing after trauma • inner child healing • protectors and parts work • letting go of shame • recovery mindset • feeling is healing • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Beating Depression: 5 Practical Tools for PTSD Recovery and Daily Momentum From Hopeless to Hopeful: How to Rebuild Energy After Trauma PTSD and Depression: 5 Simple Habits to Lift Your Mood Fast Trauma Recovery Toolkit: The “How Can I?” Mindset That Changes Everything Smile, Move, Heal: Body-Based Tricks to Break PTSD’s Depressive Spiral From Stuck to Starting: Goals and Gratitude That Rewire Trauma Thinking PTSD Morning Rescue: Tiny Wins to Get Out of Bed and Into Motion Depression Demystified: Nervous System Shifts for Trauma Survivors The Momentum Method: Force (Without Self-Shame) for PTSD Healing Trauma and Energy: 5 Daily Moves That Restore Hope and Action Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad breaks down five simple, repeatable tools to lift yourself out of a depressive state and back into forward motion. You’ll learn how to create energy on low-motivation days, apply gentle “force” without beating yourself up, and use quick mindset shifts that reliably change your state. Brad explains why depression often pairs with hopelessness and how to rebuild hope through small, believable goals. He shows how gratitude, future-focused thinking, and a playful “smile exercise” can interrupt negative spirals and get the boulder rolling again. You’ll also hear real client wins and practical examples—like swapping “I can’t” for “How can I…?”—that turn stuck moments into solvable problems. Expect calm, actionable coaching you can put to work today.   💡 What You’ll Learn Use gentle force to create energy and momentum without self-criticism Practice daily gratitude to rebuild hope and counter hopelessness Set believable goals that spark motivation and compound wins Try the 30-second smile exercise to change your physical and emotional state Redirect negative rumination into constructive, positive thoughts Apply the “How can I?” mindset to find solutions in any situation Leverage body posture and movement to influence mood Choose enjoyable exercise to boost mood and consistency Design tiny morning actions that make getting out of bed easier 🧠 Key Takeaway You can’t wait for motivation—create it with small, kind force and watch momentum do the rest.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Live Coaching Call 00:46 Understanding and Overcoming Depression 04:32 The Power of Energy and Force 12:53 Gratitude: A Simple Yet Powerful Tool 15:11 Setting Goals and Building Hope 20:48 The Smile Exercise: Changing Your State 23:58 Positive and Negative Thinking 26:55 The Power of 'How Can I?' Mindset 27:39 Client Success Story: Embracing 'How Can I?' 31:28 Exercise: A Key to Mental and Physical Health 33:48 Q&A: Overcoming Mental Barriers 34:05 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts 39:00 Community Success Stories 42:13 Addressing Repeating Thoughts and Non-Serving Beliefs 49:29 Conclusion and Next Steps   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • overcoming depression • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD mindset shifts • gratitude practice • goal setting for trauma survivors • positive self-talk • “How can I?” attitude • body-based mood regulation • exercise for mental health • trauma processing tools • sobriety and PTSD • daily routines for recovery • resilience building • mental fitness habits • reducing rumination • hope and motivation after trauma

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kay tackle a rarely discussed part of healing: grieving lost dreams and missed opportunities caused by PTSD. Instead of only focusing on the original trauma, they explore the hidden grief that shows up as anger, frustration, and sadness when life didn’t go the way you hoped. You’ll learn a simple, repeatable two-step process: first, release emotions honestly and safely; then, shift beliefs and perspective to accept reality and refocus on the future. Brad shares how acknowledging the loss of time and chances was key to moving from rumination to rebuilding. The episode also highlights practical tools to regulate emotions, build honest self-expression, and cultivate gratitude and opportunity-spotting. By the end, you’ll know how to stop self-blame, shorten rough days, and transform “what I missed” into momentum for what comes next.   💡 What You’ll Learn Identify and name the grief of lost dreams and missed opportunities Use a safe, honest process to release anger, sadness, and frustration Shift from past-fixation to future-focus with acceptance Reframe beliefs to find opportunities and gratitude after trauma Shorten the length of bad days by ending self-criticism Build the muscle of emotional control in real-life situations Apply case-by-case grief work without overwhelm Leverage recovery tools like journaling and bilateral processing Create hopeful goals that make your future bigger than your past 🧠 Key Takeaway Grieve what you lost, then choose a new meaning—release the pain, reframe the past, and rebuild a future you’re excited to live.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Recovery Secret Sail Coaching Session 00:42 Understanding Grief and Loss 03:01 The Impact of PTSD on Life Opportunities 08:25 Processing Grief: Releasing Emotions 19:43 Changing Perspectives and Moving Forward 27:15 Embracing Pain and Growth 27:59 The Journey of Healing 30:29 Building a Future Beyond Pain 33:28 The Importance of Self-Compassion 38:53 Processing Emotions and Thoughts 45:09 Upcoming Topics and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • grieving lost dreams • missed opportunities with PTSD • emotional regulation • releasing emotions • belief and mindset shift • acceptance and reframing • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • self-compassion practices • future-focused goals • bilateral processing • journaling for trauma • building resilience after trauma • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Relaxed Action: The Simple Routine Shift That Eases PTSD Overwhelm How To Stop Routine Anxiety: A Calm System For Trauma Recovery From Pressure To Presence: Building PTSD-Friendly Routines Trauma Recovery Routines: Why “Nothing Is Urgent” Works End Morning Dread: Gentle Habits That Support PTSD Healing Steady Rise, Not Peak Days: A Trauma-Safe Approach To Routine PTSD And Productivity: Calm, Consistent Actions That Actually Stick Beat Routine Paralysis: Small Steps For Big Trauma Recovery Wins Phone-Free Mornings: A Nervous System Reset For PTSD Backstops, Boundaries, And Ease: Designing Trauma-Smart Days Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Feeling crushed by routines? In today’s Recovery Secrets session, Brad reframes structure as a source of calm instead of pressure. He introduces “Relaxed Action,” a mindset that removes false urgency so you can take steady, compassionate steps that actually stick. You’ll hear why trying to hit a “perfect day” backfires—and how a consistent, gentle rise outperforms short-lived peaks. Brad shares real-life examples from coffee rituals to pet care and shows how to use backstops and boundaries to guide your day without stress. We also cover simplifying routines, budgeting time for the joys that make life feel good, and creating space to decompress at night. The result: less dread and more presence as you build habits that support long-term trauma recovery.   💡 What You’ll Learn Adopt the Relaxed Action mindset to defuse urgency and overwhelm Design routines that favor a steady rise over unsustainable peak days Simplify your morning to one or two essentials to build momentum Use “backstops” like groups or scheduled check-ins to keep habits on track Create boundaries with tech to reduce anxiety and protect your nervous system Stack joys (coffee, pets, brief grounding) to make routines rewarding Budget realistic time for basics so you stop rushing and start enjoying Taper new habits in one at a time for consistency that lasts Build an evening buffer to decompress and improve sleep readiness 🧠 Key Takeaway Nothing is urgent—trade pressure for Relaxed Action and watch consistency (and healing) rise.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:42 Understanding Routine Pressure and Overwhelm 01:37 The Concept of Relaxed Action 04:59 Adopting a Relaxed Mindset 10:17 The Importance of Consistency in Routines 20:57 Simplifying Your Routines for Success 25:59 Slowing Down and Analyzing Routines 27:03 Enjoying Your Routines 27:28 Eliminating Routine Pressure and Overwhelm 28:09 Creating Backstops in Your Routine 29:26 Building Momentum with To-Do Lists 31:28 Incorporating Mindfulness and Enjoyment 33:43 Adjusting Routines for Personal Needs 34:53 Eliminating Stressful Habits 36:59 Incorporating Pets into Routines 42:44 Evening Routines and Decompression 48:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • routine overwhelm • relaxed action • nervous system regulation • morning routine for PTSD • evening decompression • habit stacking • backstops and accountability • simplify routines • phone-free mornings • grounding exercises • progressive muscle relaxation • self-talk for trauma recovery • consistency over perfection • tapering habits • emotional regulation • anxiety reduction tools • sustainable productivity for trauma survivors • lifestyle design for PTSD

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Self-talk can make or break your recovery. In this session, Brad explains how to turn constant inner chatter into a practical coaching voice that helps you act, regulate emotions, and rebuild beliefs after trauma. You’ll learn why awareness is the first step and how to separate “you” from your thoughts using the “internal roommate” visualization. We’ll draw a clean line between honest, compassionate self-talk and toxic positivity. Instead of pretending everything is fine, you’ll practice believable statements that acknowledge pain while pointing you toward the next doable step. Brad shares personal examples from sobriety and daily life to show how this becomes automatic over time. You’ll also hear simple prompts—like “How can I do this?” and “What’s good here?”—to shift your brain from problem-focus to solution-focus. By pairing self-talk with tiny actions (get vertical, make coffee, take a shower), you’ll build momentum without pressure or perfectionism.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to spot negative self-talk fast using the “internal roommate” exercise Why believable, honest self-talk works better than toxic positivity A binary filter to label thoughts as helpful or unhelpful so you can redirect quickly Two go-to questions that flip rumination into solutions How to attach positive self-talk to existing routines like showers or morning coffee Ways to use self-talk in difficult moments (urges, overwhelm, mistakes) without shaming yourself How reframing thoughts rewires beliefs, behaviors, and long-term PTSD recovery results Micro-steps to get moving when stuck in bed or frozen by anxiety How to coach yourself like your recovery hero would 🧠 Key Takeaway Believable, compassionate self-talk—rooted in reality, not hype—rewires beliefs and becomes an automatic engine for recovery.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 01:10 The Power of Self-Talk 03:26 Brad's Personal Journey with Self-Talk 06:50 Building a Positive Relationship with Yourself 14:46 Practical Exercises for Positive Self-Talk 26:52 The Importance of Asking the Right Questions 31:15 Morning Routine and Self-Talk 31:26 Applying Positive Self-Talk 32:56 Changing Beliefs and Actions 34:38 Perfectionism and Overwhelm 37:13 Introspection and Self-Discovery 47:13 Handling Adult Responsibilities 55:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • self-talk for PTSD • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • overcoming negative thoughts • toxic positivity vs honest self-talk • cognitive reframing • belief change in trauma • mindfulness for PTSD • sobriety and trauma recovery • overwhelm and routine pressure • internal family systems protectors • practical grounding skills • motivation after trauma • daily recovery routines • resilience building

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Meditation doesn’t have to be mystical or complicated. In this coaching session, Brad breaks it down to one practical goal: achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm state using a simple breath-focused practice you can do anywhere. You’ll learn a three-step routine—Relax, Focus on the breath, Refocus when the mind wanders—plus visual strategies like “cloud thoughts” to acknowledge emotions and let them pass. We also cover why being “bad” at meditation at first is actually the workout that builds the skill. This episode explains how daily meditation strengthens attention, presence, and self-regulation so you can navigate triggers, sleep better, and show up clearer for processing work and real life. Start with five minutes, find your best routine, and let the calm spill into the rest of your day.   💡 What You’ll Learn The simple definition of meditation and why it’s not just a spiritual practice A three step breath meditation: Relax, Focus on breath, Refocus when distracted How to use “cloud thoughts” to acknowledge and release thoughts and emotions Why early distraction reps are the workout that grows focus and awareness How daily practice supports PTSD relief and prepares you for deeper processing Ways to customize duration and posture so the habit actually sticks When to choose visualization (safe space, mind palace) vs. breath focus How meditation can help with sleep, triggers, and everyday emotional regulation The role of attention and working memory in trauma processing   🧠 Key Takeaway Consistency beats complexity: focus on your breath, gently refocus when you drift, and the calm you train in minutes will support your PTSD recovery all day.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Final Day of the Week 00:55 Understanding Meditation 02:01 Defining Meditation and Its Benefits 04:53 Personal Experiences with Meditation 06:39 Meditation as a Daily Practice 14:12 Steps to Effective Meditation 24:02 Experiencing the Click Moment in Meditation 24:44 The Importance of Consistency in Meditation 25:01 Starting Small: Five-Minute Meditation Tips 25:56 Action Time: Implementing Meditation in Your Routine 26:40 Personalizing Your Meditation Practice 28:55 The Role of Visualization in Meditation 31:47 Meditation as a Tool for Emotional Processing 39:21 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • meditation for PTSD • breath focused meditation • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • grounding techniques • visualization for trauma • safe space visualization • working memory • prefrontal cortex • mindfulness for PTSD • sleep after trauma • sobriety and PTSD • self talk and PTSD • grief and trauma • anxiety relief • stress reduction • practical trauma recovery strategies

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching Perfectionism can feel like safety, but in recovery it becomes a trap that fuels overwhelm, paralysis, and self-judgment. In this coaching session Brad breaks down perfectionism as a belief—not a personality trait—so you can change it and free up your capacity to heal. You’ll learn why aiming for “perfect” is the lowest standard, how mistakes accelerate growth, and how to shift from over-preparing to taking small, corrective actions. Brad shares practical stories and language you can borrow to move through fear and start now. You’ll also hear how to spot deeper roots (like childhood trauma or “I’m a failure” beliefs), when to process emotions directly, and how to use fear as a compass instead of a stop sign. This episode sets you up for upcoming deep dives on meditation and self-talk to reinforce these mindset shifts. 💡 What You’ll Learn Define perfectionism as a changeable belief rather than a fixed trait Reframe failure as feedback that accelerates learning and growth Use the Ready, Fire, Aim method to beat over-preparation and build momentum Reduce overwhelm by shrinking the skills “gap” and taking the next imperfect step Apply the four-step introspective healing loop to find and address root causes Practice self-compassion to counter harsh inner criticism and shame Harness “fear feeds on time” by shortening the gap between intention and action Support your body during processing with rest, nutrition, movement, and pacing Build the belief “I can figure it out” to replace the need to have it all figured out 🧠 Key Takeaway Perfectionism is just a belief—change the belief, take imperfect action, and your recovery will accelerate 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Call 00:49 Understanding and Defining Perfectionism 03:19 The Problems with Perfectionism 05:09 Embracing Mistakes and Growth 13:57 Ready, Fire, Aim: A Strategy for Success 22:44 Overcoming Perfectionism with Mindset and Action 25:05 Addressing Emotional Roots and Trauma 27:34 Q&A Session 27:37 Understanding How Fear Feeds on Time 28:07 Personal Anecdotes on Facing Fear 28:58 The Role of Self-Talk in Overcoming Fear 30:21 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone 31:42 Overcoming Limitations and Labels 38:06 Processing Emotions and Physical Symptoms 40:53 The Importance of Self-Compassion 42:13 Pain as an Indicator for Healing 50:57 Upcoming Topics and Final Thoughts Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • perfectionism and PTSD • progress over perfection • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • fear feeds on time • self-compassion • cognitive reframing • mindset shifts for trauma • trauma coping tools • introspective healing • releasing emotions • building resilience • ready fire aim method • overcoming overwhelm • actionable PTSD strategies • trauma-informed coaching • daily recovery habits • meditation and self-talk preview