#30 The power of your gut instinct and why we struggle with listening to our gut during a trauma trigger.

#30 The power of your gut instinct and why we struggle with listening to our gut during a trauma trigger.

Ever wondered why your gut instinct seems to go haywire during stressful times? In this episode of The Trauma Recovery School, Bonita Ackerman du Preez dives into the fascinating topic of gut instinct and how trauma can interfere with our ability to trust it. Bonita, an award-winning trauma recovery therapist, breaks down the concept of gut instinct, explaining that it's an immediate, almost visceral reaction to a situation or decision.

She highlights how trauma disrupts this natural connection, leading us to second-guess our instincts and often mistake anxiety-driven reactions for genuine gut feelings. Bonita discusses how trauma triggers hypervigilance, making it hard to distinguish between real danger and false alarms. This heightened state of alertness can erode self-trust and confidence, pushing us to seek external validation instead of trusting our inner voice. She emphasises the importance of reconnecting with our intuition through healing and rebuilding self-trust.

With practical advice and empathetic insights, Bonita guides listeners on how to regain confidence in their gut feelings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complex relationship between trauma and intuition and seeking ways to navigate their recovery journey with confidence.