Overcoming PTSD
Overcoming PTSD
#117 PTSD Recovery Starts When You Slow the Hell Down
#117 PTSD Recovery Starts When You Slow the Hell Down
#117 PTSD Recovery Starts When You Slow the Hell Down
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Discover how patience plays a crucial role in PTSD recovery with Brad Schipke and Kayleen Wright's engaging dog-sitting story.
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Episode Overview
- Patience is a crucial skill in PTSD recovery, not an automatic result.
- Healing helps transform reactions from frustration to calmness.
- 'Life-or-death' mode is common due to trauma's impact on the nervous system.
- 'Slow the hell down' is a helpful mantra for stress management.
- Identifying moments of frustration can help practice patience.
"Slow the hell down. This is not life or death."
What secrets to maintaining patience can be uncovered? This episode of The Overcoming PTSD Podcast takes you on a journey with Brad Schipke and Kayleen Wright as they share the importance of patience in the path to PTSD recovery. Using an amusing story about dog-sitting chaos, Brad and Kayleen highlight how healing can transform your ability to respond with calmness instead of frustration.
They break down the impact of trauma on the nervous system, which often leaves individuals feeling like they're in constant 'life-or-death' mode, even during minor disruptions. Through their personal anecdotes, you'll learn how patience isn't something that magically appears post-recovery; it's a skill that can be honed over time. Brad shares his mantra of 'slow the hell down,' a reminder that not everything is urgent or life-threatening.
This light-hearted yet profound discussion emphasises that practising patience can lead to a more peaceful and fulfilling life. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own lives and identify moments where frustration creeps in, turning them into opportunities to practice patience. Whether it's dealing with pets, kids, or even oneself, this episode offers valuable insights into making patience a part of your healing journey. Are you ready to embrace patience and transform your recovery journey?