Understanding Collective Trauma and Self-Care in Turbulent Times

In this episode, Lindsay explores the concept of collective trauma, particularly in the wake of major world events like elections, natural disasters, and the pandemic. Lindsay also discusses the importance of completing stress response cycles, acknowledging and processing emotions, and shares practical tips and tools for self-care. Afterwhich, Lindsay shares her thoughts on the election, groups she cares about that informed her decision on who to vote for, and a message of hope and healing.  00:00 Introduction and Podcast Setup00:31 Understanding Collective Trauma01:30 Self-Care During Intense Times04:05 Completing the Stress Response Cycle05:13 Restoring Power and Connection08:51 Navigating Post-Event Emotions09:27 Personal Reflections and Political Views14:46 Conclusion and Message of HopeLindsay’s current program offerings:Looking for a new career as a Certified Trauma-Informed Coach? It’s time to Become a Trauma-Informed Coach. Learn more about Lindsay's life coach certification here. Next round starts September, 2025!Are you already a Certified Coach looking to deepen your skillset by Becoming Trauma-Informed, with a spiritual twist? Click here to see if Lindsay's Advanced Intuitive Trauma Certification for Coaches is a fit for you. Our next round will begin September, 2025. Want a certification above + PRIVATE MENTORSHIP from yours truly? I have limited spaced available. Apply here.Check out her website here: Website.Find me on Instagram : @lindsaypoelmancoaching---Your host, certified life coach Lindsay Poelman started her journey of intentional healing started when she learned that her husband had been lying to her about pornography use for a greater part of their marriage.  After processing and accepting her circumstance more fully, she found coaching—which propelled her into a forward focused state of empowe...