The Trauma Recovery SchoolThe Trauma Recovery School
Bonita Ackerman du Preez
'The Trauma Recovery School' offers practical tools to tackle anxiety and stress rooted in past traumas with expert guidance from Bonita Ackerman du Preez.
Episodes: 119
The Trauma Recovery School: Conquering Anxiety and Stress from Past Traumas
Curious about how past traumas shape your anxiety and stress? 'The Trauma Recovery School' dives into these hidden connections, offering a lifeline to those grappling with everyday anxieties. Hosted by Bonita Ackerman du Preez, an award-winning trauma recovery therapist, this podcast is your go-to resource for understanding and managing the emotional fallout from traumatic experiences. Bonita's unique Integrated Trauma System provides listeners with practical tools to combat intrusive thoughts and the dreaded 'anxiety spiral'.
From self-awareness exercises to stress management strategies, each episode is packed with actionable advice designed to guide you from anxiety to awareness and beyond. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, struggling with confidence, or just looking for ways to manage stress, 'The Trauma Recovery School' offers insights that can help you reclaim control over your mental well-being. Tune in to hear real talk on how trauma impacts your life and learn effective techniques to foster resilience and emotional stability.
Latest Episodes
#120 Why the voice in your head is not telling the truth.
Bonita Ackerman du Preez explains why the harsh inner voice common after trauma and PTSD is a learned survival response rather than an accurate reflection of reality. She outlines how releasing emoti…
#119 Why high achievers living with trauma feel worse despite success
The episode looks at why many high achievers with trauma feel worse despite success, linking their patterns of overworking to nervous system survival strategies. It suggests that real recovery involv…
#118 Why High Achievers Burn Out | Trauma & Survival Mode
The episode looks at why high achievers often burn out, linking their drive to survival patterns in the nervous system. Bonita Ackerman du Preez explains how productivity can act as a coping mechanis…
#117 Why overthinking makes trauma & PTSD feel worse!
Bonita Ackerman du Preez explains how trauma can turn overthinking into a safety mechanism that drains self-trust, fuels avoidance and strains relationships. She outlines a three-part method focused …
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