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EPISODE · Jan 11, 2026 · 15 MIN

When Trauma Shows Up In Your Nightmares

from Pain Repurposed · host Amanda Rector

Nightmares can feel confusing, unsettling, and sometimes even more exhausting than being awake. In this episode, I talk about how trauma can surface through our dreams, why the nervous system uses sleep to process what we haven’t had space to feel, and how nightmares aren’t a sign that you’re broken, but that something inside you is trying to be understood. If you’ve ever woken up shaken, emotional, or carrying a feeling you can’t quite explain, this conversation is for you.Disclaimer:I am not a medical or mental health professional. The content shared in this episode is based solely on my personal experiences, reflections, and lived perspective. This episode is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical or mental health care.

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Nightmares can feel confusing, unsettling, and sometimes even more exhausting than being awake. In this episode, I talk about how trauma can surface through our dreams, why the nervous system uses sleep to process what we haven’t had space to feel,...

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