The Weight of Trauma: Living with CPTSD

🎧 Healing Audio Library

Use these soundscapes for emotional regulation, nervous system grounding, and trauma integration. Click play and let your healing begin.

Gentle atmospheric background—ideal for grounding, journaling, or CPTSD self-regulation.

Perfect for deep breathing, inner child work, or background audio for reflection prompts.

Looping soft piano tones that support focus and safety while reading or writing.

Floaty, space-inspired ambient track—great for disassociation recovery or body-awareness work.

Piano and synth combo that gently moves emotion—ideal for evening posts or heart-heavy moments.

🌀 All music is royalty-free via Pixabay Music.

Friday, July 18, 2025

Post 131 – The Weight of Trauma: Living with CPTSD

Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) is a daily reality for me, shaped by prolonged abuse and neglect.

Symptoms include hypervigilance, emotional flashbacks, and difficulties with trust and intimacy.

Hypervigilance: Constant alertness to potential danger
Emotional Flashbacks: Sudden, overwhelming feelings triggered by reminders of trauma
Trust Issues: Difficulty feeling safe with others
Isolation: Withdrawal as a protective mechanism

Recovery involves creating safety, learning grounding techniques, and building supportive relationships.

Professional help and peer support can make a significant difference.

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