Sleep & Trauma – How to Rest When Your Mind Won’t Stop Racing

In this episode of The Melanin Wellness Podcast, we dive deep into a topic that resonates with so many—sleep struggles after trauma. For many Black women healing from sexual trauma, restful sleep can feel impossible. Whether it's the racing thoughts, lingering anxiety, or a body that just won’t relax, reclaiming your sleep can be a crucial step toward healing. Join me, Cori Dunn, as I share my personal journey from my book Note to Self: Lessons on Trauma and Thriving in the Aftermath, where I discuss how trauma impacted my ability to rest and how I found healing ways to help with sleep after trauma. Discover actionable tips to on how create a safe sleep environment, how to calm your mind, and how to release trauma from your body If you're ready to take back your nights and wake up feeling more at peace, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how prioritizing sleep can be a powerful tool on your healing journey. Perfect for anyone seeking to overcome trauma-related sleep issues, this episode provides insight and support from someone who’s been there. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.youtube.com/@YogaWithNicohttps://www.youtube.com/@AriannaElizabeth Note to Self Book: https://corinna-dunn.square.site/notetoselfbook Sleep Affirmations for Survivors: https://buymeacoffee.com/themelaninwellnesspodcast/e/392561