TRAUMA, HEALING and THE ROLE OF A THERAPIST | Ankit Jhamb | Candid Confessions

Trauma isn't just about what happened to us, it's about how those experiences continue to affect our minds, bodies, relationships, and sense of self.In this episode of Candid Confessions With Chhavi, we have ANKIT JHAMB, a Trauma Therapist and an author, to explore what trauma really is, how it can show up in everyday life, the difference between acute and complex trauma, and what healing can look like. We discuss common misconceptions, the science behind trauma responses, and practical insights for building resilience and recovery.Whether you're navigating your own healing journey, supporting someone you care about, or simply curious about the topic, this conversation offers compassionate, evidence-informed perspectives on one of the most important aspects of mental health.Watch this thought-provoking conversation and share your perspective in the comments.Don't forget to share and FOLLOW.GUEST: ANKIT JHAMB, Therapist/AuthorInstagram: www.instagram.com/ankitjhamb14LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ankitjhamb14/Email: [email protected] Ankit's latest book: THE MOST TRUTHFUL BOOK OF LIES: https://amzn.in/d/06hALBPE✨ Join the BEING WOMAN WITH CHHAVI community for these exclusive features.• Weekly newsletter with intimate reflections• 2–3 minute audio nuggets on topics we all silently struggle with (Echoes Of Chhavi)• Anonymous messaging—to share your story and get guidance.FREE REGISTRATION for all at:www.beingwomanwithchhavi.comCHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction and what to expect from the episode.(03:13) Subscription appeal.(03:42) What is the real definition of TRAUMA(05:10) How do we recognise when something causes us trauma. What is the trigger and what is the cause.(06:53) Different deep-routed traumas that changes people in their adulthood.(10:32) is the illusion of healing the beginning of actual healing? How does one actually heal?(12:56) The addiction of self help.(13:53) How does a person even know if they are suffering from trauma, and why, and how do they decide they need help?(16:18) As a therapist, how much of your own parts come up while offering therapy to someone else, and how to disconnect from that?(18:00) Does a therapist need to go through all kinds of things personally to understand what someone else is going through?(20:06) The connection of physical ailments with trauma. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder vs Post Traumatic Stress Growth. The importance of acknowledging the pain, and choosing to not do anything else.(24:24) What happens when you do not "do anything" about the pain emerging from trauma and causing ailments.(31:00) The constant need to identify things as right or wrong because of constant judgement. The impact of it.(34:10) Should you really change something about your personality which is probably not right for you, and you know it, but you still don't want to? The example pf people pleasing. When to please, when to stop.(44:00) The struggle between authenticity and politeness. The truth of being in a power position. The duality as a sign of healing.(47:23) Ankit's books, starting with The Most Negative Book Of Negativity. (Links above)(51:02) The latest book: The Most Truthful Book of Lies.(55:36) How long does it take to heal long term trauma.(59:03) Who heals you.(1:04:27) Closing thoughts and message.