Mini Trauma Recovery Talk: Soul Fragmentation and Reconnecting with Our Inner Child in Trauma Recovery with Wellness Coach Liz Blanding

Podcast Summary: In this episode of the Mini Trauma Recovery Talk series, we dive into the concept of soul fragmentation and how it plays a pivotal role in trauma recovery. Our inner selves often fragment during traumatic experiences, leaving parts of us "stuck" in the past, unable to progress fully in life. This fragmentation impacts our decision-making, causing us to operate from fear-based behaviors and people-pleasing tendencies. Recovery involves retrieving those fragmented pieces, allowing the adult self to provide the inner child with safety and reassurance.

Key Takeaways:

• Trauma causes parts of our soul to fragment, resulting in parts of us being "stuck" in past experiences.
• The recovery process includes reconnecting with these fragmented parts and healing our inner child.
• Unresolved trauma can manifest in fear-based decisions and people-pleasing behaviors, keeping us in unhealthy situations.
• Recovery lead to a more confident, peaceful adult self, capable of making mature decisions.

Topics Discussed:

• Soul Fragmentation: Trauma causes the self to become divided, leaving parts of the soul trapped in a childlike state while the rest moves forward. These fragmented parts can affect decision-making and create inner conflict.
• Impact on Decision-Making: Fragmented individuals often make fear-based decisions or engage in people-pleasing behaviors. For example, staying in abusive relationships due to past fears and unresolved trauma.
• Recovery Process: Recovery involves reclaiming fragmented pieces of the self and allowing the inner adult to provide comfort to the inner child. This leads to more confident, assertive decision-making.
• Signs of Unresolved Trauma: Hypervigilance, fear-based decision-making, people-pleasing behaviors, and difficulty leaving unhealthy relationships are common signs.
• Benefits of Recovery: Once recovery begins, individuals can enjoy a peaceful, serene lifestyle, free from fear-based choices and with the ability to make mature decisions.

Next Steps for Listeners:

• Reflect on your decision-making patterns and recognize any fear-based or people-pleasing tendencies.
• Seek professional help if you suspect unresolved trauma.
• Practice inner child reassurance techniques to promote self-recovery.
• Stay tuned for more insights on trauma recovery in future episodes.