Connection, Protection, and the Brain.Connection, Protection, and the Brain.
Complex Trauma Recovery
Kina Penelope explores the brain's response to trauma and its impact on connection and protection instincts.
30:28•16 Dec 2020
The Brain's Blueprint: Connection and Protection in Trauma Recovery
“So we're all wired with these two major sets of instincts for connection and protection...weirdly mixed and confusing instincts for connection and protection.”
Ever wondered why your brain reacts the way it does to trauma? Kina Penelope breaks it down in this episode of Complex Trauma Recovery. She dives into our primal need for connection and safety, and how trauma messes with these instincts. From the fight, flight, freeze response to hyperactive self-protection mechanisms, Kina explains it all in a way that's easy to understand. You'll learn how these reactions can disrupt your relationships and what you can do to find balance.
Kina also touches on insecure attachment and codependency patterns, offering insights that could help you in your recovery journey. It's a must-listen for anyone looking to understand their brain better and take steps towards healing. Tune in and get ready to feel both informed and empowered.
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!
More From This Show
The latest episodes from the same podcast.
Related Episodes
Similar episodes from other shows in the catalogue.