Cynthia Bailey-Rug
Cynthia Bailey-Rug
Nightmares And C-PTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Nightmares And C-PTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Nightmares And C-PTSD (Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Thursday 23rd July 2020
Cynthia Bailey-Rug discusses managing nightmares linked to Complex PTSD and offers practical coping strategies.
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Get the buttons here!Taming Nightmares: Strategies for Coping with Complex PTSD
Once you realize what the dream was trying to make sense of, you can heal. Work on coping with a traumatic event, however, works for you.
Nightmares can be a relentless companion for those living with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD). In this episode, Cynthia Bailey-Rug opens up about her own battles with these distressing dreams and shares practical tips to manage them. If you've ever found yourself waking up in a cold sweat, feeling like you've just relived a traumatic event, this episode might offer some comfort and guidance.
CPTSD often stems from prolonged trauma, especially during childhood, and comes with a unique set of challenges. Emotional regulation, self-esteem issues, and difficulties in relationships are just a few of the hurdles. But one of the most haunting symptoms is the vivid, often terrifying nightmares that can leave you feeling exhausted and on edge. Cynthia explains how her own nightmares became more frequent and intense after she acknowledged her CPTSD.
These dreams ranged from reliving traumatic events to bizarre scenarios like being an adult back in high school or having her car stolen. While these dreams might seem unrelated to her trauma at first glance, they triggered the same feelings of helplessness and anxiety. But here's the silver lining: Cynthia believes that these nightmares serve a purpose. They can highlight areas where more healing is needed and bring repressed emotions to the surface.
By understanding what these dreams are trying to process, you can take steps toward healing. Cynthia suggests asking for divine guidance or consulting dream dictionaries to decode the messages in your dreams. Faith and spirituality play a significant role in Cynthia's approach to coping with nightmares. Seeking support from a higher power can provide comfort and strength. Additionally, talking to a therapist or a trusted friend can offer a safe space to process these emotions and learn effective coping strategies.
Coping with CPTSD nightmares is no walk in the park, but with the right tools and support, it's possible to find some peace. As Cynthia shares, understanding the meaning behind your dreams can be a powerful step toward healing. Tune in to hear more about her journey and the strategies that have helped her along the way.