Experts Explain Trauma | Why Trauma Steals Your Sleep
An episode of the Healing and Growing, Hand in Hand podcast, hosted by Lisa Tickel, titled "Experts Explain Trauma | Why Trauma Steals Your Sleep" was published on February 14, 2026 and runs 13 minutes.
February 14, 2026 ·13m · Healing and Growing, Hand in Hand
Summary
Why can’t trauma survivors sleep — even when they’re exhausted?In this Experts Explain Trauma episode, Lisa Tickel sits down with Dr. Iden to unpack what’s really happening in the brain and body when rest doesn’t come easily.They explore how trauma rewires your body’s threat detection system, why the nervous system can’t “switch off,” and what to do when your brain starts racing the moment your head hits the pillow.You’ll also learn about a simple evidence-based technique called constructive worry that can calm your mind before bed — helping you finally rest without your thoughts taking over.✨ Join Lisa’s healing community to connect with others walking the same path → https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/✨ Take the next step with Lisa’s 6-week Healing Workshop → https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/
Episode Description
Why can’t trauma survivors sleep — even when they’re exhausted?
In this Experts Explain Trauma episode, Lisa Tickel sits down with Dr. Iden to unpack what’s really happening in the brain and body when rest doesn’t come easily.
They explore how trauma rewires your body’s threat detection system, why the nervous system can’t “switch off,” and what to do when your brain starts racing the moment your head hits the pillow.
You’ll also learn about a simple evidence-based technique called constructive worry that can calm your mind before bed — helping you finally rest without your thoughts taking over.
✨ Join Lisa’s healing community to connect with others walking the same path → https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/
✨ Take the next step with Lisa’s 6-week Healing Workshop → https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/
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