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#125: Beyond Misconceptions: Trauma Healing, The Nervous System & Embracing Challenge with Rachel Bilski
#125: Beyond Misconceptions: Trauma Healing, The Nervous System & Embracing Challenge with Rachel Bilski
#125: Beyond Misconceptions: Trauma Healing, The Nervous System & Embracing Challenge with Rachel Bilski
Tuesday 9th December 2025
Join Rachel Bilski as she shares her journey from misdiagnosis to healing, highlighting trauma-informed care and embracing life's challenges.
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Episode Overview
- Rachel's journey from misdiagnosis to healing with yoga therapy.
- The importance of understanding trauma beyond common misconceptions.
- Resilience shown during extreme conditions on Everest trek.
- How embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth.
- The role of community and support systems in recovery.
Life after trauma doesn't have to be limiting; it's about harnessing resilience.
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of trauma healing and embracing challenges with Rachel Bilski on the Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast. Rachel, a qualified yoga therapist and Senior Operations Manager at the UK's national PTSD charity, shares her incredible journey of overcoming complex PTSD and the misdiagnoses that plagued her for years. From panic attacks to addiction, Rachel's story is one of resilience and hope.
She found solace in yoga and mindfulness, which became more effective treatments than traditional therapies. Rachel discusses the charity's recent fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp, which was marked by extreme weather conditions. Despite the challenges, the team raised over £20,000 for PTSD UK, showcasing the power of resilience and community.
Rachel emphasises the importance of understanding trauma as a widespread issue, not just affecting war veterans but also those who have experienced everyday traumas like childbirth or losing a loved one. This episode is packed with insights on trauma-informed care, the importance of discomfort in personal growth, and how intentional practices can transform lives. Rachel's experiences highlight the need for ongoing education and awareness to support those affected by trauma.
Her passion for making trauma-informed practices accessible is inspiring and offers hope to those navigating their own recovery journeys. As you listen, you'll find yourself questioning societal norms around comfort and regulation. How can we embrace discomfort as a tool for growth? Rachel's story encourages us to lean into life's challenges and find strength in vulnerability. Dive into this episode for a dose of inspiration and practical advice on embracing life's complexities.