#110 - The Ripple Effect Of PTSD: How It Impacts Your Family And Friends

In this episode, JM explores the emotional impact of supporting a loved one with PTSD and why caregivers often experience secondary stress and burnout.Learn how trauma can affect spouses, family members, and caregivers through emotional contagion and shared distress. This episode highlights the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and protecting your own mental health while supporting someone with PTSD. JM also shares personal insights on balancing compassion with self-preservation to maintain strength, clarity, and long-term resilience.IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:Understand caregiver stress and secondary trauma from supporting someone with PTSDLearn how emotional contagion impacts mental health and well-beingDiscover the importance of self-care and boundaries for caregiversBuild resilience while supporting a loved one with PTSD without burnoutLINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:"Put That Stuff Down" and its sequel (book) - A recommended read exploring the complex relationship between trauma, PTSD, and clutter. It offers personal stories, psychological insights, and practical advice. Click here to learn more: https://up.dowellht.com/bestseller-clutter-and-traumaJoin the thousands of people using the post-trauma secrets and decluttering by starting here: https://dowellht.com/freeyourselfThanks so much for joining us today. Want to subscribe to Post-Trauma Secrets and Decluttering? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review! iTunes not your thing? Find us on Spotify or StitcherSupport the show