Angela Myer
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When Trauma Hides in Clutter and Compulsion
When Trauma Hides in Clutter and Compulsion
When Trauma Hides in Clutter and Compulsion
Monday 28th July 2025
Discover how trauma hides in clutter and compulsive behaviors, and learn compassionate ways to heal and transform your life.
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Author:
Angela Myer
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Categories:
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Mindful Recovery
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Episode Overview
- Clutter and compulsion can be signs of unprocessed trauma.
- Compassion and understanding are key to healing.
- Boundaries and self-empowerment aid in transformation.
- Forgiveness and patience are essential for growth.
- Embrace curiosity over judgment for deeper insights.
"Every time I see a messy car, bedroom, house, yard, or garage, I can see and feel that pain scattered everywhere and in everything."
In the latest episode of The Undetected Narcissist podcast, host Angela Myer delves into the profound connection between trauma and the physical manifestations of clutter and compulsion. Often misunderstood as laziness or lack of discipline, these behaviors are deeply rooted in unprocessed trauma, reflecting a broken inner landscape in our external environment.
Angela, a mental health professional and trauma-informed guide, brings her wealth of experience and compassion to unpack the layers of shame, guilt, and disappointment that accompany clutter and compulsive behaviors. She challenges listeners to move beyond the initial knee-jerk reactions of judgment and repulsion to embrace a more curious and compassionate approach.
Through the stories of clients and the exploration of themes such as the trauma responses associated with shopping and clutter, Angela highlights the importance of understanding these behaviors as sophisticated protection mechanisms. For instance, the shift from a neat and controlled environment to one of chaos can be a subconscious act of liberation against a critical past. Angela emphasizes the need for setting healthy boundaries and finding one's voice to speak their truth without fear.
The episode encourages listeners to dismantle internal barriers, create organized spaces, and embark on a journey of healing and transformation. With a focus on moving from the 3D traits of judgment to the 4D states of wisdom and reasoning, Angela invites her audience to walk alongside those dealing with trauma, offering patience, kindness, and unconditional love. By meeting people where they are and understanding their journey, we can become beacons of light and support.
Angela concludes with a free meditation titled 'Clearing the Inner Room,' designed to help listeners address their clutter with compassion. This episode is a call to action for self-reflection and empowerment, fostering a community of understanding and healing.