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CPTSD Recovery: We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers
A candid look at hiding mental illness and trauma, and the journey towards self-acceptance.
42:10•17 Jul 2020
Unmasking the Struggles: Hiding Mental Illness and Trauma
“I learned to silence myself, to shut myself the fuck up, to keep it all inside, to bottle it down, to push it away and then to go, look in the mirror and try to patch up my face so no one could fucking tell. We're winning when you blink in troubling moments, girl, I see with victory.”
Ever felt like you're wearing a mask to hide your true self? In this heartfelt episode of 'CPTSD Recovery: We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers', the host opens up about the exhausting journey of concealing mental illness and trauma. She talks about the lengths she went to blend into the 'healthy herd', from becoming a subservient worker bee to hiding behind layers of makeup. But did these masks ever truly work? Spoiler alert: not really.
The host candidly shares her struggles and reflects on how finding the right people to talk to made all the difference in her path to healing. This episode is a raw and real exploration of what it means to seek understanding and community support while battling inner demons. With a backdrop of nature sounds—yes, you might hear some birds and bees—this episode adds an ambient touch to a deeply personal narrative.
If you've ever felt alone in your struggles or wondered if anyone else feels the same way, this episode offers a comforting reminder that you're not alone. Tune in for an honest conversation about the masks we wear and the journey towards self-acceptance and positive living.

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