Overcoming PTSD
Overcoming PTSD
#28 Grieving Lost Dreams After PTSD | Recovery Secrets Series
#28 Grieving Lost Dreams After PTSD | Recovery Secrets Series
#28 Grieving Lost Dreams After PTSD | Recovery Secrets Series
Wednesday 5th November 2025
Explore grieving lost dreams due to PTSD with recovery coaches Brad and Kayleen. Learn how acceptance and perspective change foster healing.
48 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Acknowledge and grieve lost dreams due to PTSD.
- Release emotions honestly to facilitate healing.
- Shift focus from past pain to future opportunities.
- Embrace acceptance as a step towards recovery.
- Use perspective change to build a hopeful future.
"Acknowledge the losses and grieve them; then change your perspective and move forward."
How do individuals turn their lives around after PTSD? This episode of the Recovery Secrets Series tackles a topic that's often left in the shadows: grieving lost dreams and missed opportunities due to PTSD. Brad Schipke and Kayleen Wright, both seasoned PTSD recovery coaches, dive into the emotional complexities of grief that many experience but rarely discuss.
Instead of focusing solely on the original trauma, they explore how hidden grief can manifest as anger, frustration, and sadness, impacting various aspects of life. Kayleen shares her personal journey from rock bottom to recovery, offering listeners a glimpse into the transformative power of acceptance and perspective change. The duo emphasises the importance of acknowledging losses, grieving them, and then shifting focus to future opportunities.
It's not just about letting go; it's about embracing the growth that comes from these experiences. Brad and Kayleen's conversational style makes this heavy topic approachable, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own experiences with lost dreams. They highlight the power of releasing emotions honestly and changing beliefs to build a hopeful future. Whether you're dealing with PTSD or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement to navigate these challenging waters.
Ready to confront your own hidden grief? Tune in for insights that could change your perspective on what it means to truly heal from PTSD.