#78 Uncovering the Unexpected Symptoms of Trauma

#78 Uncovering the Unexpected Symptoms of Trauma

The Trauma Recovery School

Explore how trauma can cause unexpected physical symptoms like skin issues and tinnitus, and learn about the Trauma Recovery Method for healing.

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4:3927 May 2025

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Unexpected Ways Trauma Affects Your Body

Episode Overview

  • Trauma can manifest in unexpected physical symptoms like skin issues and tinnitus.
  • Elevated cortisol levels contribute to weight gain, especially around the stomach.
  • High stress can hinder muscle growth due to its impact on amino acid uptake.
  • The Trauma Recovery Method offers structured stages for healing: Release, Reprogram, Restore.
  • Understanding trauma triggers is key to effective recovery.
"High cortisol levels increase fat storage, especially around the stomach."

In this episode of The Trauma Recovery School, Bonita Ackerman du Preez takes you on an enlightening journey through the lesser-known symptoms of trauma. While many of us are familiar with the emotional turmoil that trauma can cause, did you know it might also be behind your pesky skin issues or that annoying ringing in your ears? Bonita sheds light on how trauma can manifest in unexpected physical ways, like eczema or tinnitus, thanks to the body's stress responses.

With her expertise as a master trauma recovery therapist, Bonita explains how elevated cortisol levels can lead to weight gain, particularly around the stomach, and even make building muscle a Herculean task. It's not just about feeling stressed - it's about understanding how deeply trauma can affect our bodies and minds. The episode doesn't stop at identifying problems. Bonita introduces her Trauma Recovery Method, a structured programme designed to help you tackle these challenges head-on.

With stages aptly named Release, Reprogram, and Restore, this method offers tools and techniques to help you understand your trauma triggers and work towards a brighter future. So, if you've ever wondered why you're struggling with certain physical issues or if there's more to your anxiety than meets the eye, this episode might just have the answers you're looking for. Why not give it a listen and see what insights you can gain?

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