Danish Bashir
Danish Bashir
Scary Dreams of a Narcissistic Abuse survivor
Scary Dreams of a Narcissistic Abuse survivor
Scary Dreams of a Narcissistic Abuse survivor
Monday 18th March 2024
Explore the haunting nightmares of narcissistic abuse survivors and learn how to process these traumatic dreams with expert Danish Bashir.
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Episode Overview
- Unresolved trauma often manifests as recurring nightmares.
- Survivors may experience feeling voiceless or powerless in their dreams.
- Nightmares can include disturbing imagery like being chased or smeared in gooey substances.
- Understanding and processing these nightmares is crucial for recovery.
- Positive nightmares can be particularly confusing and emotionally draining.
Trauma is timeless; it gets stuck in your nervous system, replaying itself like a broken record.
Ever woken up in a cold sweat, heart pounding, and feeling like you've just lived through a nightmare? For survivors of narcissistic abuse, these experiences are all too familiar. In this gripping episode, Danish Bashir, a certified clinical trauma specialist, dives into the chilling world of nightmares that haunt those who have endured narcissistic abuse. Danish shares his expertise on why these night terrors occur and how they manifest in unique ways for survivors.
He explains that unresolved trauma can get 'stuck' in the body and brain, causing recurring nightmares that are as perplexing as they are terrifying. You'll hear about five common nightmare themes that survivors experience, including the eerie sensation of being voiceless during confrontations and the unsettling imagery of being chased by wild beasts or smeared in gooey substances. Danish's vivid descriptions make you feel like you're right there, experiencing the terror firsthand. But it's not all doom and gloom.
Danish also offers valuable advice on how to process these nightmares and move towards healing. He emphasises the importance of acknowledging these traumatic dreams and working through the underlying emotions they bring up. So if you're struggling with similar experiences, this episode is a must-listen. It's not just about understanding your nightmares; it's about finding a path to peace and recovery.