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Understanding Trauma and Anger: Setting Boundaries
Understanding Trauma and Anger: Setting Boundaries
Understanding Trauma and Anger: Setting Boundaries
Monday 21st June 2021
Discover practical tips on managing trauma-related anger and setting healthy boundaries in this episode of Recovery Road with Cynthia Orange.
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Pay attention to that lump in your throat, your sweaty palms, your tense and aching shoulders, the knot in your stomach, the headache or your racing heart. Remove yourself from an atmosphere of tension and go someplace where you can breathe deeply into the bodily sensation.
Imagine living with the constant ripple effects of a loved one's PTSD. In this episode of Recovery Road, host William C Moyers sits down with Cynthia Orange, the insightful author of 'Shock Waves: A Practical Guide to Living with a Loved One's PTSD'. Orange dives into the deep connection between trauma and anger, offering listeners practical advice on how to navigate these intense emotions.
She highlights the importance of setting boundaries as a form of self-care, especially when dealing with toxic people and environments. Have you ever felt your heart race or your muscles tense up in stressful situations? Orange suggests these physical cues can help you recognize when your emotions are spiraling out of control. She advises taking a step back from tense scenarios and pinpointing the specific emotion you're feeling to better understand its source.
Whether it's through writing, physical activity, or confiding in a trusted friend, expressing these emotions is key. Supportive friendships that offer genuine listening and unconditional love are invaluable, she notes. However, not all relationships are healthy. Orange warns against staying in connections that feel more like battles than support systems. If a loved one becomes dangerously aggressive, she advises leaving immediately and seeking help from authorities or crisis centers.
This episode is packed with practical tips on managing trauma-related anger, setting self-care boundaries, and avoiding toxic relationships. For more in-depth insights, check out Cynthia Orange's book, 'Shock Waves'. Tune in to Recovery Road for a wealth of resources on your journey to emotional well-being.