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Back to EpisodesThe Day My World Shattered: Childhood Trauma & Broken Trust with Coach Liz
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Episode Summary
In this deeply personal episode, Coach Liz shares the moment her world shattered at just three years old when she witnessed her mother being violently stabbed. She reflects on how this early trauma, combined with the absence of comfort and emotional support, shaped her understanding of safety, trust, and emotional regulation throughout her life.
This conversation explores how childhood trauma that occurs before language develops can fundamentally impact brain development and create lifelong relational patterns. Coach Liz also introduces the concept of childhood emotional neglect and explains how unprocessed trauma teaches a child that their needs and emotions do not matter.
To support listeners who may feel stirred or triggered, Coach Liz offers a gentle grounding exercise and reminds listeners that recovery includes learning how to comfort the parts of ourselves that were never protected.
The episode closes with encouragement and an invitation to continue the recovery journey with support rather than isolation.
Key Topics Covered
- Childhood trauma and broken trust
- Trauma before language and brain development
- Childhood emotional neglect and attachment wounds
- How unprocessed trauma impacts adult relationships
- Grounding and self-compassion practices
- Reconnecting with the inner child
- Finding support in trauma recovery
Grounding Practice Shared
- Deep breathing
- Gentle affirmations
- Adult self-reassurance for the wounded inner child
Next Step for Listeners
Listeners are invited to continue their journey through the Trauma Recovery Course, a supportive space to learn tools, understanding, and self-compassion without having to navigate recovery alone.
We are recovering one breath at a time. Give yourself grace and stay fearless. Bye for now.
Remember, Trauma was not your fault, your were collateral damage on someone else's warpath. Trauma was not your fault, however Recovery is your Responsibility. I am your host, Wellness Coach Liz Blanding, and this is The Get Trauma Informed Podcast.
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