POP Buchanan
POP Buchanan
Healing Childhood Wounds with Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy
Healing Childhood Wounds with Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy
Healing Childhood Wounds with Anna Runkle, the Crappy Childhood Fairy
Wednesday 30th July 2025
Discover Anna Runkle's transformative techniques for healing childhood trauma and building meaningful connections on Sober is Dope.
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Episode Overview
- Anna Runkle shares her journey from trauma survivor to healing expert.
- Techniques for regulating the nervous system and overcoming isolation.
- Insights from Anna's book, Connectability, on rebuilding trust and social skills.
- The impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships.
- Strategies for personal growth and emotional resilience.
Good job, little me, because Yes, I had to like silence myself and hide and get small and whatever I had to do, but I'm here now and my spirit is intact and I'm going to bring it back into the world as it was meant to be.
In this enriching episode of the Sober is Dope podcast, host Pop Buchanan welcomes Anna Runkle, affectionately known as the Crappy Childhood Fairy. Anna is a prominent figure in trauma recovery, boasting millions of followers and millions of YouTube views. A survivor of childhood trauma herself, Anna has dedicated over 30 years to helping others heal emotional wounds and reconnect with their lives. Anna discusses her groundbreaking techniques that focus on regulating the nervous system and overcoming self-isolating behaviors.
Her methods offer practical tools for those who may not have access to professional help, providing hope and pathways for healing. Her upcoming book, 'Connectability: Heal the Hidden Ways You Isolate, Find Your People, and Feel (At Last) Like You Belong,' delves into how unresolved trauma often leads to disconnection and offers strategies to rebuild social skills, trust, and confidence. The conversation unfolds with Anna sharing her personal experiences and insights into the symptoms of childhood neglect and abuse.
She emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and inventory of one's life to uncover and address the root causes of trauma. Anna's methods encourage activities like martial arts and singing, which aid in regulating the nervous system and fostering resilience. Anna also touches upon post-traumatic growth, a concept that highlights how individuals can emerge stronger and more capable from their traumatic experiences. Her insights provide a beacon of hope for anyone feeling trapped by their past.
Listeners are invited to explore Anna's resources further through her website and YouTube channel, where she shares valuable content for healing and personal growth. Her message is one of empowerment, encouraging individuals to break free from the loneliness of trauma and embrace meaningful connections.