Michael D.
Michael D.
The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.1
The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.1
The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.1
Monday 23rd June 2025
Explore how trauma shapes personalities and fuels addiction cycles with Michael D.'s candid insights.
19 minutes
Compassionate
Honest
Informative
Supportive
Raw
About this podcast
Author:
Michael D.
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Mindful Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Trauma can significantly alter personality and behaviour.
- Cycles of addiction often stem from unresolved trauma.
- Healing is crucial for breaking destructive patterns.
- Family dynamics play a key role in perpetuating trauma.
- Understanding trauma bonds can help avoid repeating past mistakes.
"Hurt people hurt people. That's why healing and deliverance is important - very important."
Michael D. takes you on a heartfelt journey through the complex maze of trauma and addiction in this episode, 'The Legacy of Trauma and Addiction Pt.1'. With a focus on the generational impact of trauma, Michael discusses how these experiences shape personalities and behaviours, often leading to cycles of addiction and emotional pain. He paints vivid pictures of learned helplessness and emotional constriction, drawing on personal stories that resonate with anyone who's ever felt stuck in their own struggles.
Michael doesn't shy away from the gritty reality of how trauma can change brain chemistry, leading to depression and anxiety. He shares insights into how children growing up in chaotic environments internalise these experiences, creating a disorganised inner world that follows them into adulthood. The episode explores how these patterns repeat, making it difficult to break free from the past.
Through anecdotes about family dinners turning into shouting matches or the anxiety of waiting in line at a supermarket, Michael brings to light the everyday challenges faced by those dealing with trauma. He emphasises the importance of healing and deliverance as vital steps towards breaking these destructive cycles. Michael's approach is both compassionate and raw, offering hope and understanding for anyone grappling with similar issues.
He encourages listeners to recognise the need for healing and provides insights into how trauma bonds can drive us toward what we wish to avoid. If you're looking for an honest discussion on trauma and addiction that doesn't sugarcoat the realities, this episode might just be what you need.